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University holds Holocaust remembrance event despite Jewish protests

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Image: James Madison University in Virginia held an event Thursday to mark the Holocaust—despite all the Jewish members of the planning committee resigning. And faculty members say this year’s event was going to feature the provost, Heather Coltman, playing piano, something the last event’s committee rejected.

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Leveraging data from educational events to optimize student experiences

University Business

Without this data, many colleges and universities lack insight into what institutional events their current and prospective students want. Educational events such as college fairs, kick-off weeks, campus tours and other activities. Educational events such as college fairs, kick-off weeks, campus tours and other activities.

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College Possible coaches gain transferable leadership skills with ServeMinnesota

College Forward

Joining ICC is a great leadership opportunity for AmeriCorps members; it provides experience in event planning, research and implementation practices, and networking opportunities with fellow Minnesota AmeriCorps service members. In addition to being a general council member, members can apply for the ICC Facilitator Team.

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The Anti-DEI Backlash: Crisis Facing Chief Diversity Officers in Higher Education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Despite her vice president title, her role had morphed into a mix of event planning and student affairs tasks, far removed from the strategic DEI leadership she had envisioned. Dr. Harrison Davis, Jr. Weeks later, another colleague shared her exhaustion and frustration.

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Strengthening Student Organizations: A Comprehensive Plan created by Students and the Division of Student Affairs

The Student Affairs Blog

Collaborate with student leaders to introduce advanced training in areas like event planning and membership retention. Create measurable targets for student organization engagement, including tracking the number of active organizations, events, and unique student participation.

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College Possible Minnesota now recruiting student Community Leaders

College Forward

Responsibilities include establishing a network among College Possible students, organizing events, facilitating social outings, and offering constructive feedback to program leaders. Community Leaders play a pivotal role in fostering a cohesive College Possible community at their respective institution.

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From the student intern's desk: Reflecting on the Learning and Teaching conference

Teaching Matters Student Employment

I knew that this experience would provide me with an understanding of the various transferable skills necessary to organise an event of this scale within The University of Edinburgh. I have always wanted to take part in an event where I could witness the production and exchange of information between scholars in a real-world setting.

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