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Community College Student Leaders Selected for Prestigious DREAM Scholars Program

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

A highlight of their experience will be delivering individual presentations about their educational journeys and their institutions' efforts to drive social and economic mobility. Each scholar will receive a scholarship to support their continued education or personal development. Dr. Karen A.

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Here are 4 ways to boost the reputation of your continuing education units

University Business

Continuing education programs, which institutions are using to create lifelong learning modalities for working adults and retirees, are continuing to catch fire nationwide, according to a new report by Modern Campus. The State of Continuing Education 2024 Report was made in collaboration with The EvoLLLution and UPCEA.

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Oakton Community College Renamed to Oakton College, Plans to Remain a Community College

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The school also presented a new logo and visual identity focused on diversity, inclusion, and equity (DEI). The school will remain a community college and offer associate degrees, certificates, and adult and continuing education programs, including the State of Illinois High School Diploma and English as a Second Language programs.

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How universities can build new bridges to industry

University Business

With the world of continuing education evolving rapidly, universities have a unique opportunity to bridge education with industry needs. As workforce demands shift, higher education institutions must ensure professionals can upskill efficiently, meeting local labor market needs while driving economic mobility.

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To Weather the Storms of Higher Education, Remember Why You’re There

Supporting Student Success

In creating that website , I recognized my passion for education lies in missed opportunities I saw in my own life. He achieved this with a technical degree and lots of continuing education. The second woman who contributed to my passion for continued education is my Tootie, my “other mother.” She earned her Ed.D.

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Building a Meaningful Microcredential Program

Parchment

We know that along the way to a bachelor’s degree, students are absolutely taking time to become critical thinkers, problem solvers, better communicators, better writers, more confident in their ability to get up and give a presentation, capable of working in teams, taking on leadership roles. Kristen Vanselow (33:43.262) Right.

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Nearly 90% of staff report major barriers between traditional and emerging academic programs

University Business

Consequently, professional and continuing education (PCE) units are a ripe sector to explore. Among the respondent who reported a PCE unit present at their institution, nearly all said it is separate from their academic registrar (93%). ” Respondents in this report selected their answers based on this definition.