Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 29, 2024

A new report from the Center for Community College Student Engagement (CCCSE) details mental health challenges that students face and how they can be better supported. The report, funded by The Kresge Foundation, "Supporting Minds, Supporting Learners: Addressing Student Mental Health to Advance Academic Success" explores the data of the 2023 Community College Survey of Student Engagement (CCSSE) for returning students and the 2023 Survey of Entering Student Engagement (SENSE) for entering stude

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

OCTOBER 29, 2024

A Clash Over Core Curriculum at New College of Florida Josh Moody Tue, 10/29/2024 - 03:00 AM Faculty say administrators at the public liberal arts institution are changing core course offerings in a way that is ideologically driven and harmful to students.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 29, 2024

UCLA has become an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), joining over 200 other institutions across the nation that share this designation. Seventeen years ago, Congress established the designation, enabling universities to secure federal funding to address the unique challenges faced by these students. Approximately 35.1% of graduates at UCLA identify as Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI).

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

OCTOBER 29, 2024

New Research Emphasizes Importance of College Proximity Johanna Alonso Tue, 10/29/2024 - 03:00 AM Distance plays an outsize role in students’ academic outcomes, especially for certain minority students, according to two studies out of Texas and California.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 29, 2024

How much do grades really tell us about students? According to a new study released last month : not as much as we may think. The analysis, conducted by The Equitable Grading Project, found that six out of 10 middle and high school grades do not accurately reflect student performance. Of the 33,000 grades examined, more than 40 percent were higher than they should have been.

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

OCTOBER 29, 2024

The FAFSA Change Behind Colleges’ Pell Progress Liam Knox Tue, 10/29/2024 - 03:00 AM Colleges are touting big boosts in Pell recipients this fall, made possible by the new FAFSA’s revised eligibility requirements. Does that mean they have more low-income students?

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University Business

OCTOBER 29, 2024

As a higher ed leader, you might have an idea what your employees earn in their paychecks. But do you know how they are faring financially beyond their salaries and benefits? A new analysis warns that most higher ed employees are dealing with debt while struggling to meet short- and long-term financial goals, such as saving enough money for retirement.

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EdTech Magazine - Higher Education

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Some 12,000 colleges closed between 2004 and 2020, with at least 72 more folding since then. But what’s scarier than a school that has died? An undead college, of course — and it’s a lot more than a silly Halloween prank. Zombie colleges are very real and potentially very dangerous, symptomatic of a larger trend that still-living schools need to take seriously: impersonation in the service of cybercrime.

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Connecticut governor Ned Lamont called for an independent audit of the Connecticut State Colleges and Universities system last week, following a report that CSCU chancellor Terrence Cheng spent lavishly on meals and chauffeured rides to his New York residence, CT Mirror reported.

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Roompact

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Whether you’re looking to advance your higher ed career, transition to a role outside of higher education entirely, or just looking to gain some new skills for your current role, it’s important to utilize the professional development resources at your disposal. While I personally believe that pro devo funding should be a thing of the.

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

OCTOBER 29, 2024

The University of Missouri–Kansas City announced Friday it will dissolve its diversity and inclusion office, KCUR reported.

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Ed.gov Blog

OCTOBER 29, 2024

By: Robert D. Morissette, Special Assistant, Office of the Deputy Secretary October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month. More than 70 million Americans report having a disability. Even though people with disabilities are part of every community, a 2023 Bureau of Labor Statistics report showed only 22.5% of people who identify with having at least Continue Reading The post Strategies for Improving Inclusivity for Individuals with Disabilities in the Workplace appeared first on ED.go

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Introducing First-Year Students to Their City Ashley Mowreader Tue, 10/29/2024 - 03:00 AM A 26-year tradition at DePaul University introduces new students to the university’s urban identity and Vincentian mission.

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Teaching Matters Academic Support

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Image credit: Pixabay In this post, Dr Claire Haggett emphasises the profound impact of building academic relationships between staff and students. Stressing the requirement for sustained interaction, personal engagements, and proactive outreach, she discusses how these efforts not only aid academic success but significantly enrich the university’s learning environment.

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Emory University has put $15.8 million from its endowment into a publicly traded Bitcoin exchange-traded fund.

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Student Affairs Assessment Leaders (SAAL)

OCTOBER 29, 2024

We are excited to announce the formation of the Consortium of Organizations for Student Affairs Assessment (COSAA), a collaborative effort across key student affairs assessment organizations. The mission of the consortium is to align the efforts of student affairs assessment organizations to advance the practice of assessment and enhance support, learning, development, and community.

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The Change Leader, Inc.

OCTOBER 29, 2024

In this episode of Changing Higher Ed, Dr. Drumm McNaughton speaks with Dr. Daniel Greenstein, former Chancellor of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE), about his transformative efforts in higher education, including the integration of six smaller universities into two larger institutions to better serve students and communities.

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Symplicity

OCTOBER 29, 2024

In today’s competitive job market, understanding what motivates early talent is crucial for organizations looking to attract and retain the next generation of professionals. Our 2024 Symplicity Early Talent Recruiting Report sheds light on the evolving preferences of Gen Z students as they navigate their job and internship searches.

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Gray Associates

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Discover how thoughtful faculty allocation can unlock greater efficiency and elevate student success. By comparing Contemporary University’s current faculty distribution with industry benchmarks, we uncover ways to redeploy full-time faculty across course levels, optimizing cost-per-student-credit-hour and boosting outcomes. Discover how benchmarking data can drive strategic, student-centered resource planning for impactful results.

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CAPD

OCTOBER 29, 2024

The Career Exploration Series for November is now updated! This series is a collaboration between MIT departments, programs, and employers to help all undergraduate and graduate students learn about the different career and graduate/professional school options available to you. V isit the events page on Handshake and filter by the label “career exploration series” to see all events in the series and register for the events you would like to attend.

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ISA Journal

OCTOBER 29, 2024

With over 80 students to please, ISA Barcelona had its hands full trying to create the most fun trip for each person to enjoy. Fortunately, I had the honor of experiencing an all-out trip to satisfy all our traveling desires!

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University Business

OCTOBER 29, 2024

SAT and ACT scores have historically been key to the college admissions process, but that’s changing quickly. For several years, many schools have adopted test-optional or test-blind admissions policies. In fact, more than 80% of schools will not require applicants to submit scores for fall 2025 admissions, according to the National Center for Fair and Open Testing, a nonprofit advocacy group commonly known as FairTest.

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Campus Engagement Tip: Write an International Student Handbook Ashley Mowreader Tue, 10/29/2024 - 03:00 AM Moving to the U.S. to start college can come with a variety of cultural and social challenges. Some higher ed institutions have created guidebooks to provide essential information and helpful advice for their international learners.

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University Business

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Here’s what makes a No. 1 college town: high job growth and affordable pizza. That’s why Austin, Texas is rated the best college town in America, according to a new WalletHub ranking. Austin, Texas, which is home to schools like the University of Texas at Austin, Concordia University and St. Edward’s University, was crowned the top college town of 2025 due to its exceptional economic environment and having the fifth-best annual job growth rate, making it easy for student to fin

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Higher Education Inquirer

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Several cultural myths and assumptions are deeply embedded in discussions about higher education and colleges as social institutions: The Myth of Meritocracy This pervasive myth assumes that higher education is a level playing field where students succeed purely based on their individual merit and hard work. However, this overlooks how socioeconomic background, cultural capital, and systemic inequalities significantly impact educational outcomes [1].

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University Business

OCTOBER 29, 2024

How did you pick a college: the academics, the cost, the campus? For today’s high schoolers, a new metric has entered the chat—how the college will look on TikTok. According to Teen Vogue, high school TikTok influencers are increasingly choosing schools based on how they’ll present on social media content. “Part of Morgan McGuire’s calculation as she’s deciding where to go to college is what will look good on TikTok,” writes journalist Fortesa Latifi.

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Brown University temporarily suspended its Students for Justice in Palestine chapter for disorderly conduct after activists protested the Corporation of Brown University’s decision not to divest from companies that aid Israel in its war against Hamas, according to The Boston Globe.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Former President Barack Obama’s 2020 eulogy of Congressmember John Lewis was a clarion call to the electorate. Although the Voting Rights Act was passed 55 years earlier, Obama reminded attendees that “ there are those in power who are doing their darnedest to discourage people from voting.” As we approach the last leg of the 2024 presidential race, safeguarding voting rights requires the same dogged tenacity that was central to Lewis’s legacy.

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