Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 30, 2024

Education Northwest, an Oregon-based nonprofit organization promoting education for all, unveiled the results on Tuesday of a first-of-its kind, nine-year study of the partnership between Tacoma Community College (TCC) and the Tacoma Housing Authority (THA), called the College Housing Assistance Program (CHAP). The longitudinal study followed 422 housing insecure students, who were given the opportunity to apply for a housing voucher to lower the cost of a private housing unit.

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Wells College Announces Closure Josh Moody Tue, 04/30/2024 - 03:00 AM The small, private institution in New York will shut down at the end of the semester. It’s the latest blow to the Empire State’s higher education landscape.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

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To Kevin White, Clemson University’s first Black deputy athletic director (AD), it’s about serving students. It’s about paying forward the good grace he received throughout his own career. It’s what drives him to keep working, he says. If he can offer advice and guidance to younger folks in his field, he’s here for it. Kevin White “I make myself available to folks.

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

APRIL 30, 2024

Are We Repeating the Mistakes of the 1960s? Elizabeth Redden Tue, 04/30/2024 - 03:00 AM Police-based strategies for containing campus protests fail in balancing safety with student expression, Yalile Suriel writes.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

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Dr. Kenro Kusumi Kenro Kusumi has been named university senior vice provost and dean of The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at Arizona State University. He serves as a professor of life sciences and dean of natural sciences. Kusumi holds a bachelor’s degree in biochemical sciences Harvard University and a Ph.D. in biology from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

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University Business

APRIL 30, 2024

Colby College in Maine has promised the Class of 2029 that middle-class students who enroll will find their private liberal arts degree more affordable than many in-state public institutions. Thanks to a $10 million gift, the university has declared it will cap its tuition, room and board at various income levels; families making $200,000 will not see a bill exceeding $20,000 each academic year.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 30, 2024

School: Rutgers University Major: Information Technology and Informatics Year: Senior “ Clifford Omoruyi has become one of the best Scarlet Knight centers of all-time, and that’s on and off the court,” said Steve Pikiell, head coach of men’s basketball at Rutgers University - New Brunswick. “In 32 years of coaching, he’s one of the best students I have ever coached and is graduating with a degree in information technology and informatics, the first member of his family to do so.

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Dr. Tabitha Miller Tabitha Miller has been named president of Martin Community College in Williamston, North Carolina. She served as the vice president and chief academic officer at the college. Miller holds a bachelor’s degree in education from The Ohio State University as well as a master’s and Ph.D. in English from East Carolina University.

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Are Faculty Members Fair? Sarah Bray Tue, 04/30/2024 - 03:00 AM A sense of unfairness can result in students even leaving grad school altogether, write Heather McGhee Peggs, Julie Boncompain and Brett Epperson.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 30, 2024

Latine learners now make up nearly one-in-five college students between the ages of 18 and 24. With the share of Latine students doubling over the past two decades, the number of Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) has also risen. Established in 1992, this federal designation is granted to institutions with an enrollment that consists of at least 25% Hispanic students.

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States, Conservative Groups Sue to Block New Title IX Rule Katherine Knott Tue, 04/30/2024 - 03:00 AM Byline(s) Katherine Knott

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 30, 2024

School: Washington State University Major: Management Year: Senior Charlisse Leger-Walker is a guard for Washington State University Women’s Basketball. The management major, who spends time visiting and helping at local schools and food pantries, has earned recognition to the 2022- 23 CSC Academic All-American Second Team, 2022-23 CoSIDA Academic All- District, 2021-22 CoSIDA Academic All-District, and the 2022 Pac-12 Winter Academic Honor Roll.

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

APRIL 30, 2024

Three Questions for Pepperdine’s Farzin Madjidi on Working with 2U joshua.m.kim@d… Tue, 04/30/2024 - 03:00 AM A conversation with the dean of Pepperdine University’s Graduate School of Education and Psychology.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 30, 2024

School: University of California, Merced Major: Management and Business Economics Year: Junior Jacqueline Azevedo is “an unbelievable joy to coach,” said Johnny Bega, head coach of women’s water polo at the University of California, Merced. Azevedo, a first-team selection on the 2023 roster of the Arthur Ashe Jr. Sports Scholars, has matured in her role as an attacker for Bobcats water polo while excelling academically.

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

APRIL 30, 2024

On Monday, Columbia University started suspending students who refused to leave the pro-Palestinian encampment set up on a central lawn. “We have begun suspending students as part of this next phase of our efforts to ensure safety on our campus,” spokesperson Ben Chang said during a press briefing Monday evening.

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School: University of Louisville Major: Communication Year: Senior As a defensive lineman for the Louisville Cardinals, Ashton Gillotte has garnered recognition with his selection to the 2023 First Team CSC Academic All-American, and he was No. 78 in company with the 2023 ESPN Top 100 Players, among other honors. The communication major has been named to the Academic All-American, First Team; the All-ACC Academic Team; the ACC Honor Roll; and the Dean's List.

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APRIL 30, 2024

Protest Roundup (Updated): Columbia Building Takeover, Northwestern Finds Compromise Johanna Alonso Tue, 04/30/2024 - 03:00 AM Byline(s) Johanna Alonso

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 30, 2024

School: Arizona State University Major: Liberal Studies Year: Senior Arizona State University wrestler Jacori Teemer devotes his down time to volunteerism at the local children’s hospital, in local elementary schools, and for charities that address food insecurity. The well-rounded Teemer has evolved as a student-athlete, according to Denzel Burrell, associate director of the Office of Student-Athlete Development at Arizona State.

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Ray Schroeder

APRIL 30, 2024

When California’s budget surplus was in the tens of billions two years ago, legislators passed a law that would expand the state’s nationally renowned free-tuition and cash aid program to an additional 137,000 college students by fall 2024 — but only if the money is there. Whether the Cal Grant tuition program grows will play out in the next two months, as state legislators and Gov.

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Roompact

APRIL 30, 2024

Anyone who has worked in residential life, from student staff to professional staff of all levels, have most likely come across training and strategies regarding students and how to build connections with them, but how effective are they really?

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CIP

APRIL 30, 2024

As parents and participants, finding the right summer program or summer camp where you "belong" is critical. As a neurodiverse teen, having anxiety about social interactions and forming meaningful friendships can be a roadblock. The desire for socialization opportunities and forming meaningful connections is very important.

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Ray Schroeder

APRIL 30, 2024

Drake University’s budget has come under scrutiny since the University cut registered student organization budgets and proposed the elimination of programs. To understand Drake’s budget challenges, The Times-Delphic investigated national trends in college enrollment and interviewed top university officials. The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted higher education across the globe, making it difficult for universities like Drake to “draw any conclusions” about future enrollment, President Marty Martin sa

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

APRIL 30, 2024

Today on the Academic Minute: Daniel Douglas, lecturer in sociology at Trinity College, explores the emergence of micro-credentials.

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University Business

APRIL 30, 2024

After losing his top pick for a postdoctoral assistant to another college, University of Florida professor Zhengfei Guan knew who was to blame: Gov. Ron DeSantis. Guan, a Chinese national with lawful permanent residence in Florida, and two Chinese Florida International University students filed a lawsuit last month looking to block a law that bans state universities from “agreements” with people from a “country of concern,” including China, Iran, Venezuela, Syria, Russia, North Korea and Cuba.

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The Change Leader, Inc.

APRIL 30, 2024

This episode of the Changing Higher Ed podcast features Allen Adamson, co-founder of MetaForce, discussing the importance of branding and marketing in differentiating higher education institutions in an oversaturated, homogeneous market. With 98 percent of institutions offering similar programs and experiences, the conversation explores how colleges and universities can stand out and attract students by focusing on their unique strengths and crafting signature experiences.

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University Business

APRIL 30, 2024

Gov. Jim Justice declared a state of emergency for higher education because of ongoing problems with the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, commonly called FAFSA. His declaration seemed to be a symbolic gesture about ongoing problems with the federal financial aid program as well as an approach to streamlining West Virginia’s part of the process.

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The Humphrey Group

APRIL 30, 2024

In this episode, Bart speaks with Pablo Fernandez de Bobadilla about his two-decade career at Pfizer and how the ability to adapt and thrive has been crucial to his success. Pablo provides his perspective on how today's rapidly changing world and business landscape has put pressure on leaders to change, learn and grow more quickly than ever before. He then talks about the concept of Adaptagility, which involves embracing the discomfort inherent in growth and leaning into change instead of having

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University Business

APRIL 30, 2024

National College Admissions Day is May 1, and thanks to a program created by Arizona State University, more high school students in Arizona are on the path to a college degree. The Personalized Admissions Project , launched by ASU in 2021, is removing barriers to college by simplifying the process: High school seniors who meet the admission standards get personalized letters telling them they’re accepted before they even apply, and the application fee is waived.

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ISA Journal

APRIL 30, 2024

Live. Love. London! Welcome to London, a city where history meets modernity in a seamless blend of old-world and contemporary charm. From its iconic landmarks like Big Ben and the London Eye to its food markets and diverse neighborhoods, there's something for everyone in this dynamic metropolis. And there was certainly something for me!

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University Business

APRIL 30, 2024

Register Now Date & Time: Tuesday, June 4th at 2 pm ET Financial uncertainty is commonly cited as the top reason that students discontinue their studies at an institution. It is vital that students are supported academically, but also in understanding and navigating the financial aspects of their higher education journey. In an effort to address these issues, Canisius University in Buffalo, New York has taken steps to connect and coordinate the academic advising and student financial service

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

APRIL 30, 2024

Why—and How—Marketers Should Receive Feedback as a Gift rzinkan@rhb.com Tue, 04/30/2024 - 03:00 AM Four tactics for embracing feedback from nonmarketers.

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Paradigm IQ

APRIL 30, 2024

Learn from the world leaders of Paradigm to discover Meeting the Demands of an Evolving Workforce

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

APRIL 30, 2024

Abrupt Changes to Protest Policies Raise Alarm Liam Knox Tue, 04/30/2024 - 03:00 AM Indiana University changed a 55-year-old policy on student assembly hours before protesters set up an encampment. Free speech advocates are worried.

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The Guardian Higher Education

APRIL 30, 2024

The right has painted nonviolent protests against the war on Gaza as hotbeds of ‘woke’ terrorism. It’s a pretext for repression Across the world people have been shocked by social media footage of heavily armed law enforcement officers arresting peacefully protesting students and professors at university campuses around the United States. The so-called “land of the free and home of the brave” looks neither free nor brave – except for the brave protesters who continue to stand up to state and uni

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

APRIL 30, 2024

As Police Clear Encampments, Professors Arrested Along With Students Ryan Quinn Tue, 04/30/2024 - 03:00 AM Videos have gone viral of faculty members being taken to the ground, zip-tied, and led away by police.

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University Business

APRIL 30, 2024

Columbia University is at the epicenter of the recent wave of campus protests sparked by the Israel-Hamas war. President Joe Biden went far enough to publicly condemn the rise of pro-Palestinian protestors occupying campus. Meanwhile, college presidents across the nation are receiving their own serving of intense backlash, many of which are originating from within their own campus.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 30, 2024

U.S. colleges and universities currently face proliferating pro-Palestine student protests on their campuses, resulting in encampments and hundreds of arrests nationwide. Dr. Omar Wasow Berkeley Center for Race and Gender during the 1960s. It’s a tactic that’s become more prominent following the 59-day Occupy Wall Street protests against economic inequality and corporate greed in Fall 2011, Wasow said.

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