April, 2022

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Practical Pedagogy Tips for Educators at Minority-Serving Institutions

The Scholarly Teacher

Robert M. Briwa , Angelo State University. Key statement: This post offers suggestions about ways faculty can improve student learning experiences at MSIs with small changes to classroom practices. Introduction Minority-Serving (MSIs) enroll high percentages of students facing systemic barriers to higher education access. Relative to other colleges and universities, MSIs (including Historically Black Colleges and Universities [HBCUs], Tribal Colleges and Universities [TCUs], Asian American and P

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What’s Your “Ideal” Job?

Dr. Laura Pasquini

What career conversations have you had lately? This week I’m grateful for a conversation I had with my boss who asked: What I might be interested in working towards? How do I want to build my professional path? And what areas am I interested in as I develop my own career growth plan? I decided to go back to the digital logs to see if and how I might have answered these questions in the past.This post from circa 2016, seems to resonate with my own work interests and what I love to work on (sans t

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If we build it, will they come? Lessons from creating the #NASPA22 Discord Community

Dr. Josie Ahlquist

Since leaving on-campus roles almost ten years ago, I have learned that part of my job as a consultant and executive coach is aiding organizations and leaders through the process of change and experimentation. So to no surprise, I found myself in a similar role serving on the conference leadership committee (CLC) for the 2022 NASPA Annual Conference, offering both a place-based experience in.

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AIFS Abroad: 2022 GoAbroad Innovation Awards Finalist

AIFS Abroad

Last Updated on May 2, 2022 by Cat Rogliano. We are thrilled to announce that AIFS Abroad is a finalist for the 2022 GoAbroad Innovation Awards ! AIFS is honored to be a top 5 finalist for the Innovation in Diversity Award. The Innovation in Diversity Award recognizes efforts to expand international educational opportunities to traditionally underrepresented groups.

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Introducing the Roompact Blog Team 2022

Roompact

We’d like to introduce the new Roompact Blogging Team! This is a new effort Roompact is undertaking to further increase our contributions to the field through the free dissemination of ideas and knowledge. Earlier this spring, we did a search for part-time bloggers, professionals who liked to write and who were looking for a little.

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Presence | Blog | How to Adapt or Build Your Co-Curricular Learning Outcome Framework

Modern Campus

Previously, I outlined the myriad of benefits offered by implementing a learning outcomes framework to guide co-curricular learning across an institution.

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A Model to Engage Learners in Discussions on Health Equity and Implicit Bias

The Scholarly Teacher

Joel Amidon , Prisma Health. Mayra Alicia Overstreet Galeano, MedNorth Health Center. David C. Brendle, MAHEC, Boone North Carolina. Yee Lam, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Jessica Waters Davis , University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill. , Kalpana Panigrahi, Interfaith Medical Center. Key Statement: Exploring implicit bias early in health education training, even when done quickly, carries the potential to positively impact how future healthcare providers practice and promote healt

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That's a Wrap! CampusGroups Rendez-Vous '22 Conference Was a Hit!

Campus Groups

THAT’S A WRAP! CampusGroups Rendez-Vous ‘22 was a hit! On Friday, April 8th , the CG team was beyond thrilled to host our 2nd annual virtual conference with our wonderful campus partners! We were delighted to gather together and connect with so many creative and innovative campus leaders at CampusGroups Rendez-Vous ‘22! It was such a pleasure to see and hear from the incredible members of the CG community!

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How AIFS Keeps Students Safe Abroad

AIFS Abroad

AIFS Abroad takes your safety and well-being very seriously. That’s why we have a number of policies and procedures in place to minimize risk to our students. Information and resources are shared with you before and during the program and highlight that safety is a shared responsibility between AIFS and students. So whether you’re considering a study abroad program with AIFS or are already enrolled, rest assured that your safety is always our top priority.

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The Residence Life Professional’s Superpower? Transferable Skills

Roompact

As my peers embarks on new, post-graduation adventures, I am left reflecting on my own academic and professional experiences from the last two years. Though I have one more year of school before I begin my formal job search, seeing my cohort finding new opportunities, I’ve begun to ponder how I can capitalize on my.

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Why the Church Needs You

Biola

The church plays a critical role in the spiritual life of the believer. And the believer plays a critical role in the life of a healthy church.

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Richard Kuttner: Organizational Diversity

Ridgewater College

Richard KuttnerRichard Kuttner. Hey Ridgewater! I am writing today about organizational diversity, equity, and inclusion. First, however, a little background. I am currently a non-traditional Ridgewater student. I am taking my last class before I graduate this spring. I have also been a leader with a Fortune 500 company in the area for over 12 years.

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Presence | Blog | 4 Ways #SApros Can Help Students Articulate Their Essential Skills to Employers

Modern Campus

As student affairs professionals, we know that college students gain valuable skills and knowledge through participation in co-curricular experiences — such as service-learning, undergraduate research, campus employment, membership in student organizations, and more.

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Shaping College Curriculum for Student Workforce Success – AAC&U ReportChanging Higher Ed Podcast 107 with Guest Dr. Ashley Finley

The Change Leader, Inc.

The American Association of Colleges and Universities (AAC&U) has issued its new report that will have an impact on shaping college curriculum for student workforce success. The report, “On the Same Page? Administrator and Faculty Views on What Shapes College Learning and Student Success”, focuses on the needed outcomes that shape undergraduate education and the practices guiding faculty and other stakeholders in the work they're doing on campuses to support student learning and success.

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Study Abroad or Intern Abroad: Your Guide to Deciding

AIFS Abroad

Last Updated on September 20, 2022 by Cat Rogliano. An international experience is a unique way to shape your future. The options seem endless. You can study abroad for a summer , spend a semester studying a language abroad, or intern abroad with an international company in your career field. . So… how do you choose between a study abroad or intern abroad program?

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How to Elevate Student Success through Mentoring

Campus Groups

I’ve benefited from many great mentoring relationships throughout my career. Each relationship provided the support I needed at that life stage, helping me define and work towards personal and professional goals. According to a recent Harvard Business Review article, the benefits of mentorship are clear. Mentees “perform better, advance in their careers faster, and experience more work-life satisfaction”.

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Why Emotional Well-Being Can Be Confusing

Biola

“What is emotional well-being? Are you referring to mental health?” These are questions I found myself asking when I heard the two terms used. For the longest time, I struggled to differentiate between emotional well-being and mental health. If.

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Browser extensions to turbocharge your digital marketing

Terminalfour

Terminalfour’s team loves to work with smart tools. Browser extensions help us with our productivity and work our marketing magic in the online world. And there are plenty to choose from. Here are our favorite Chrome browser extensions we think are worth adding to your digital stack.

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Presence | Blog | How You Can Use Bloom’s Taxonomy to Design Better Co-Curricular Programs

Modern Campus

I first learned about Bloom’s Taxonomy in graduate school.

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How Student Investors in Cryptocurrency and NFTs Will Have Their Tax Returns Impacted

Student Life Network

Doing your taxes is already hard enough. But if you’ve dabbled in crypto or NFTs in 2021, it could make your taxes even more complicated. Here’s what you need to know about how cryptocurrency and NFTs will affect your taxes. Breaking news: it’s important to do your taxes. It’s how you keep the government off your back and as a student, it could even result in a decent return coming your way.

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What is Carbon Offsetting? Why it Helps? 

AIFS Abroad

Happy Earth Day! Today we celebrate our commitment to protecting our planet and creating a more sustainable world.  .  As part of AIFS Abroad’s Green Initiative , we are focused on significantly reducing the environmental impact of international education. One key part is eliminating carbon production caused by international travel, or at least reducing them as much as possible.

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College Meltdown 2.1

Higher Education Inquirer

The Higher Education Inquirer has added three companies to its College Meltdown watchlist: Ambow Education (AMBO) , SoFi (SOFI) , and Adtalem (ATGE). Leading the way is National American University Holdings (NAUH) , which is down to less than $50,000 in cash. Ambow Education (AMBO) and Aspen Group (ASPU) are near penny stock territory and Barnes and Noble Education (BNED) and SoFi (SOFI) are also in deep financial trouble.

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Successfully Create Change on Campus with New Technology

Campus Groups

Ideation is one of my Strengths. I love a good brainstorming session and I’m always trying to look at problems from a new angle. When I was working on campus, I frequently shared new and innovative ideas in meetings. Unfortunately, I was often met with “we tried that a few years ago and it didn’t work,” or “we don’t have the time/money.” Change on campus is hard.

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Learning at the Edge with Michellana Jester

Kay Peterson

Join us as the Institute for Experiential Learning’s Kay Peterson speaks with Michellana Jester, strategic management consultant and lecturer at MIT Sloan School of Management. With two decades of management consulting and organizational and leadership development experience, Michellana designs uniquely innovative learning experiences for graduate students at MIT in partnership with entrepreneurs from around the world, assisting both to advance their personal and professional development.

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Presence | Blog | 4 Factors to Consider for Supporting Students in Their 30s, 40s, 50s, & Beyond

Modern Campus

When I first began my student affairs career, I envisioned working with college students of “traditional” ages.

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5 Proven Ways to Boost Your Odds of Winning Canada’s Luckiest Student

Student Life Network

With less than a month left in the life-changing $54,000+ prize giveaway , the pressure is mounting. So if you’re looking for any way to boost your chances of winning Canada’s Luckiest Student, you’re in the right place. By now you’ve probably realized that winning Canada’s Luckiest Student isn’t as simple as entering one time. You really can rack up hundreds (even thousands) of entries to give yourself the best odds possible of winning all the prizes.

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Benefits of Studying Abroad During the Fall Semester

AIFS Abroad

Last Updated on November 22, 2022 by Cat Rogliano. Not sure when to study abroad? While there is no wrong time, there are plenty of advantages to studying abroad during the fall semester. From dreamy holiday markets to the buzz of a new school year, you’ll love your fall study abroad adventure. Here are 5 reasons to study abroad during the fall semester: 1.

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The Roompact Recap for Spring 2022

Roompact

Reaching towards the goal line… You’re almost there! As many of you move towards closing we hope this update finds you in good health and balance. Let us know if there is anything we can do to help you finish off the semester or quarter strongly. We are now a B-Corp! Roompact is SUPER excited to announce.

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Holistic Student Supports with Dr. Melinda Karp

Dr. Al Solano

LISTEN TO THE EPISODE: Learn about research on student success team implementation. In this episode, I interview Dr. Melinda Karp , Founder & Principal at Phase Two Advisory , and former Assistant Director at the Community College Research Center , Columbia University. The episode focuses on Phase Two Advisory's Student Success Team Guide. (Scroll down to access the transcript.).

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The upgrade of Learn VLE to Learn Ultra at The University of Edinburgh

Teaching Matters Online Learning

Image credit: pixabay, Alexandra_Koch, CC0 In this Spotlight on Learn Ultra post, Melissa Highton introduces the Learn Ultra project, which will upgrade the Learn VLE to the newest version. Melissa is Director of Learning, Teaching and Web in the Information Services Group and Assistant Principal for Online Learning. The upgrade of Learn VLE to Learn Ultra is the next step in our VLE Excellence programme.

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Presence | Blog | How to Start Building Co-Curricular Learning Pathways on Your Campus

Modern Campus

We know that our students learn and develop skills through the co-curricular opportunities we offer on our campuses.

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How to Apply WELL for Better Design Outcomes

Clark Nesxen

The business case for prioritizing occupant well-being in building design is compelling. The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) cites attracting top talent, increasing productivity, and improving environmental, social or governance (ESG) performance as key outcomes of leveraging tools like their WELL Building Standard to develop healthier environments.

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Resume Tips That Will Help You Get Hired 

AIFS Abroad

The average employer spends only six seconds scanning your resume. So how do you catch their attention and show that you’re a good fit for the job? It’s not an easy task, especially if you’re putting together your resume for the first time. We’ve compiled some of the best tips and strategies for crafting an effective resume – plus a bonus way to ensure your resume stands out from the competition.

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7 website design trends for 2022

Terminalfour

Horizontal scrolling, scrollytelling, a nod to nostalgia. We uncover the trends that are making waves this year, as web design enters a new era of playfulness and retro appreciation.

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Knowledge Avatars, Inc. is named a finalist in the EdTech Awards 2022 - Artificial Intelligence Solution

Knowledge Avatars College

Knowledge Avatars, Inc. is named a finalist in the EdTech Awards 2022 - Artificial Intelligence Solution Emiliano for E… Wed, 04/06/2022 - 10:35 Knowledge Avatars, Inc. is named a finalist in the EdTech Awards 2022 - Artificial Intelligence Solution. Knowledge Avatars are A.I.-powered tutors representing subject matter experts’ knowledge. These high-definition robot entities interact with people, deliver content, answer questions, and help students fill knowledge gaps to make learning easier.

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The Higher Ed Grad School ROI: A Current Student’s Perspective

Roompact

People always say, “Hindsight is 20/20,” but I don’t think I ever believed them until now. As I finish up my second of three years in grad school, I’ve continued to think about the time and resources I have invested in pursuing a master’s degree. While I don’t regret taking the past two years to.

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Presence | Blog | 53 Virtual Activity Ideas to Keep College Students Engaged During COVID-19

Modern Campus

Most student affairs professionals pursued this field because we adore connecting with students.