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Colleges Are More Than Just an Education but a Capital Investment into Our Future

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

What Murray Sperber described in his bestseller Beer and Circus in 2001 is every bit as true today: the academic enterprise is decentered, and the quality of housing amenities, the robustness of student life programming, and the quality of an institution’s athletic teams are primary drivers of undergraduate enrollment. Dr. Adriel A.

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Scholar-Practitioner Helps to Promote Inclusivity at Alma Mater

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Early on, the university welcomed Black students—several from families comprising the Old Settlers community—at a time when many colleges and universities were reluctant to do so. Many of those families still live here,” says Patterson-Stephens of the Black alumni. Their children still go to this institution. They work here.”

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How to Build a University Social Media Strategy

HEMJ (Higher Ed Marketing Journal)

From bright-eyed prospective students and nostalgic alumni to supportive parents and dedicated faculty, your institution’s entire community can be united through messages and experiences shared on social media. It’s most effective for image-heavy posts and short-form videos that highlight vibrant aspects of student life.

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How Does U.S. News Rank Colleges?

HEMJ (Higher Ed Marketing Journal)

Part of the outlet’s methodology includes using only thoroughly vetted academic data, which is why it does not give weight to aspects of student life such as athletics and social life. Average Alumni Giving Rate (3%) This rate is the mean percentage of undergraduate alumni of record who donated money to their alma mater.

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Top 10 Student Recruitment strategies every institution should adopt

Creatrix Campus

Utilize various channels, both online and offline, to reach a wide audience. How to Implement? Multi-Channel Approach: Utilize a mix of channels, including social media, email marketing, website optimization, print materials, and participation in education fairs.

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Increase College Enrollment With These 10 Creative and Effective Strategies

HEMJ (Higher Ed Marketing Journal)

Utilize Data-Driven Recruitment Tools Institutions need to leverage data analytics to better understand and target potential students. billion users worldwide in 2024, Instagram is among the most widely used social media platforms across generations and populations — and one of the best avenues for marketing to college students.

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Chaplain Captain Robert Henry: Using Music to Connect With Those in the Military 

PUC

Pairing each topic with a chosen beat, I craft my lyrics in incremental bursts, utilizing scattered moments like 30 minutes here or an hour there, given my usual schedule constraints. Whether actively exploring or during daily tasks, I identify beats I like and maintain a running list of song topics.