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How Incarceration Impacts the Basic Needs of Loved Ones & Families

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Joshua Williams is a former student affairs administrator, higher education consultant, founder of JW1 Consulting , and co-founder of RACCS (Reaching Across Communities and Challenging Systems) based in Los Angeles, CA. These dynamics affect household incomes, mental health, academic success, and long-term aspirations.

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Formerly Incarcerated Students Are Humans First

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The event offered pro-bono legal consultations and support from community organizations providing social services, health care, financial services, and employment. There was free pizza from an award-winning shop , music, and even entertainment for kids. This was the 5th clinic held so far in total, nearly 500 individuals have benefitted.

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Grades and Course Rigor Matter the Most in College Admissions

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If you need assistance in the college admissions process, please contact us for a complimentary consultation. At Great College Advice, we provide personalized college consulting focused on helping make the process of preparing, selecting, and applying to college more successful, less stressful, and more fun.

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Cultivating Tomorrow’s HBCU Leaders: The H.E.L.F. Foundation Effect

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The impact has yielded outstanding dividends, with cohort members hiring each other, publishing together, starting consultancies together and encouraging each other to go on to complete their Ph.Ds. “The idea was simply to create a space for individuals who were sincerely interested in committing their vocation and uplift to HBCUs.

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Brattle Group’s Sophomore Consulting Exploratory Program – Apply by April 30!

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Sophomore Consulting Exploratory Program: A Day in the BHive Join us for a virtual half-day workshop on May 16, 2025 The Brattle Groups Sophomore Consulting Exploratory Program is a professional development experience for undergraduates completing their second year. Sessions include: Q&A Panel: What is Economic Consulting?

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Does Applying for Financial Aid Lower Your College Acceptance Odds?

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The actual act of applying for financial aid should have absolutely no bearing on whether a student gains admission to just about any college. If you’re a good candidate, they put you in the “accept” pile. So, you should feel free to check that box and send in your forms! Would your admission odds decline by applying for financial aid?

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Southern University Launches Academy to Diversify K-12 Leadership Pipeline

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Constance Evelyn, former Valley Stream 13 superintendent, and Dr. Sito Narcisse, former East Baton Rouge Parish School System superintendent and managing partner of SJ Apple Consulting Group. Dr. Charles Foust, former superintendent of New Hanover Schools in North Carolina, will also serve as a mentor.