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Choosing a college: 10 most important reasons for students

University Business

1 factor for students in applying to or choosing a college. Students are more focused on academic programs, clubs and weather, according to a new survey released today by EAB, a consulting firm. Perhaps this won’t come as a surprise to some higher ed leaders: Affordability is not the No.

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Integrating Arts as a Healing Force

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Louisville native Dr. Jabani Bennett is an interdisciplinary visual artist, yoga instructor, community-engaged educator, leadership consultant, dancer, and mama. She is also the first Black and openly queer director in the University of Louisville Women’s Center’s 30-year history.

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Bringing Greater Impact

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Students organized Black student unions demanding more African American studies courses, Black faculty and staff,” says Canton. At the same time, do not close the door to non-tenure-track academic jobs—consulting, non-profits, government. UF’s African American studies program was started in 1969.

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Hazing Prevention

Missouri State

Hazing is defined as an act that endangers the mental or physical health or safety of a student, or that destroys or removes public or private property, for the purpose of initiation or admission into, affiliation with, or as a condition of continued membership in a group or Student Organization. What should you know?

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12 Community Action Project Ideas to Wrap Up the School Year

Experiential Learning Depot

Several of my students organized a holiday pie fundraiser at the time when the Syrian refugee crisis was front and center. They not only learned about the Syrian conflict but also how to organize an effective fundraiser. Our students have participated in the Science March, March for Immigration, and Women's March.

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Equity and Inclusive Excellence Update

Goucher DEI

Maeba will continue supporting religious and/or spiritual students, interfaith programming, and campus partners who serve as student organization advisors. You do not need to file a formal complaint to receive support from the Office of Title IX – please contact us, and we will do everything we can to support you.

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ELEVATE program: Achievement Strategies from Illinois Tech: Changing Higher Education Podcast 166 with Host Dr. Drumm McNaughton and Guest Dr. Raj Echambadi

The Change Leader, Inc.

Students can now spend their first year at City Colleges to take post-secondary courses at community college prices while living on the Illinois Tech campus. They can also join student organizations and participate in activities at Illinois Tech. Learn more at changinghighered.com. Thanks for listening. Until next time.