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Report: Parents of Prospective College Students Worry about Cost and Safety

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

“We were able to accomplish this through educational sessions at open houses, parent and family weekend, the use of a new JCSU-specific parent and family communication web portal, Golden Bull academics (JCSU’s student orientation) and webinars,” she said. Koppenheffer added that being mindful of language needs is beneficial.

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Supporting LGBTQ+ Students as they Work to Achieve Professional and Economic Mobility

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Finally, all institutions can eliminate gendered language, such as, “freshman” The visibility created by these efforts will be noticed by LGBTQ+ students and their allies – sending a strong signal of support and safety. Train Faculty and Staff. Double Down on Mental Health Services.

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Presidents’ Alliance Reaffirms Higher Education’s “Steadfast Commitment” to Immigrant, Refugee, and International Students

Higher Education Inquirer

As the nation reflects on the results of yesterday’s election, the Presidents’ Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration reaffirms our steadfast commitment to undocumented, immigrant-origin, international, and refugee students, and policies that recognize their essential role in the future workforce and leadership of our country. . –

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Cybersecurity Roundtable: Defending Against the New Threats in Higher Ed

University Business

It is critical to anticipate new and emerging threats by establishing proactive defensive strategies that align personnel, operations, processes, and technology.

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Navigating the U.S. College Application Process as an International Student in 2024

Great College Advice

College Application Process The United States of America’s higher education sector is subject to constant change and surfing these changes requires an optimistic mindset. Pro tip: Be a part of webinars and virtual college fests to build some connections with professors and admission officers. Ready then? Let’s go!

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AI and Assessment in Student Affairs

Student Affairs Assessment Leaders (SAAL)

Henning While most people in higher education have likely heard of generative AI, it is useful to start any discussion of it with a brief introduction to what it is and why it is causing such a stir. Most tools are not secure, meaning that the information that is put in can be accessed by other users. Jankowski and Gavin W.

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The Stop Campus Hazing Act: What You Need to Know (Clery Center)

Higher Education Inquirer

The Stop Campus Hazing Act (SCHA) amends section 485(f) of the Higher Education Act, otherwise known as the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). October 1, 2026: Hazing statistics will first be included in the 2026 annual security report (2025 statistics).