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Finding a Place at an HBCU

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

“[At Homecoming], they aren’t playing hip-hop or rap music that is relevant to our culture, so we would have to have our own events to feel that cultural connection to our campus.” Years later, she says she understands that what she was doing has a name. It’s called Black space-making. That’s a lot of labor to ask of students, unpaid.”

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SA Officer Spotlight: Jayda Hamilton 

PUC

In addition, promoting and boosting events and activities on campus (i.e., Last, but not least, managing and leading a team to communicate current and past news about events and campus life (i.e., a social media manager, photographers/videographers, a campus chronicle editor, etc.)

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Bringing Greater Impact

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Canton and others participate in an African American Studies welcome event. Photo Credit: Michel Thomas Building momentum This year, there will be more events on campus, which helps build momentum. . … We’re getting out there, having programming, engaging with students and bringing in scholars from the discipline.” Dr. David A.

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Getting Ready for Graduation

Campus Sonar

Top 10 things to do before you graduate listicle: Consider crafting and publishing a top 10 things to do before graduation listicle at least a month before the event to give audiences time to engage and participate. Attend a favorite campus event. Stay in the Moment During the event, stay in the moment!

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Five ways to boost your advancement team’s morale during the holiday season

EAB

Go to a campus event together Take a break from the office by attending an event on campus as a team. Whether it's a holiday concert, a sports game, or a festive gathering, participating in campus activities as a group can be a refreshing change of pace and boost team spirit.

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Higher Ed Email Campaigns: How to Create Emails Students Want to Read

HEMJ (Higher Ed Marketing Journal)

Incorporate personal touches, like using the student’s name, referencing their field of study, or mentioning recent campus activities they’ve participated in. Personalization ensures the content they receive is relevant to them, whether it’s about orientation, graduate programs, career services, or campus events.

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Lieberman Expected to Lead La Verne to Next Stage

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

She has gotten the campus active in interfaith activities. Every time the College of Health and Community Well-Being holds an event, professionals from the region are invited. “La Lieberman’s doctorate is in intercultural communication, and she has carried out that mission and will continue to do so. “My