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An Inclusive Approach to Increasing Access to Student Mental Health Services

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

In a recent article , Diverse outlined the various mental health challenges students face today and discussed how educators can offer more effective support. With so many resources in one centralized hub, our wellness staff can more frequently get in front of students to start a dialogue and create a connection.

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Student Success in STEM

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The absence of minority voices in the development of resources, technologies, and healthcare solutions often results in the neglect of entire communities. Requiring tutor hours where appropriate fosters consistent engagement with support systems, improving retention and academic performance.

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Help Wanted

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

During the pandemic, faculty at Dominican University, a private Catholic institution near Chicago and another AACN honoree, put together two virtual symposiums about the lack of diversity in healthcare as well as health disparities and inequities that existed prior to COVID-19 and how the pandemic made them more evident.

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20 Winter-Inspired Service-Learning Project Ideas for High School Students

Experiential Learning Depot

Holiday Food Drive Have your students organize a food drive to collect non-perishable items and deliver them to local food banks or shelters to support families in need. Students engage in every step from planning and promoting to collecting and delivering donations in this service-learning project ideas.

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Seal of Excelencia 2024

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Over the last five years, there has been an 11% increase in the four-year graduation rate for Latinx students. Targeted initiatives include first-year programs, academic resources, mentorship programs and student engagement activities. Our data show significant gains in student retention and graduation rates.

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Developing Your Approach to Generative AI

The Scholarly Teacher

It is important to explain to students that they will need to possess certain skills in their future careers, particularly when requiring students to complete tasks without AI. As you think about your discipline relative to generative AI, consider: What fundamental skills do students need in your courses or disciplines?

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Facilitating online peer interactions to sustain student motivation

Teaching Matters Academic Support

Drawing from her rich experience in socially interactive educational methodologies, Dr. Smith discusses the pivotal role of active learning seminars in the SLICC (Student-Led Individually Created Course) in Critical Care, particularly tailored for healthcare professionals.