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Seal of Excelencia 2024

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

“In order for Latinx students to want to come to Hartnell College, stay and complete, they need to feel a sense of belonging and cultural validation, and we have to offer high-value programs that offer a meaningful return on investment,” says Gutierrez. All of the college’s student services are available in English and Spanish.

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Recognizing Great Work in Assessment: 2nd Annual SAAL Awards!

Student Affairs Assessment Leaders (SAAL)

Volunteer Service Award Individual award for outstanding service to SAAL in the past year. ASSESStival is an exciting division-level event, with over 150 attendees from Student Affairs, Academic Affairs, and Institutional Research.

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It may be time to rethink the college minor (opinion)

Confessions of a Community College Dean

These colleges and their certification advocates argue that certification not only readily equips students with the real-world skills to transition successfully to their first job post but also addresses many of the equity concerns colleges face by validating the idea that all forms of learning are valued, including forms of skilled labor.

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How two-way texting aids in student support and retention

Confessions of a Community College Dean

The communications and marketing office began working with institutional research to launch a series of two-way text messaging pilot programs this past fall. Discussions involved department needs, communication objectives and staffing capabilities.

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Edify Accelerators: Custom Dashboards for Your Campus

EAB

The Advancement Accelerator houses advancement-related data, enabling leaders to identify opportunities to reach more prospects, retain current donors, and expand their advancement efforts to inform their strategy.

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The benefits and process of EQUIS Accreditation for European Higher Education

Creatrix Campus

EQUIS is a rigorous and comprehensive accreditation system that assesses the quality of an institution's management education, including its programs, faculty, research, and operations.

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Rising higher ed leaders tackle campus challenges in EAB’s fellowship

EAB

Cooper Medical School of Rowan University Fostering sense of belonging among Black undergraduate students Melissa McGuire, Ph.D.,