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University of Alabama at Birmingham Awarded $4.6 Million Grant Renewal to Bolster Cybersecurity Workforce Programs

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The grant also includes scholarships – covering tuition, education-related fees, a health insurance reimbursement allowance, and a professional development allowance – for students to enroll in any of three master’s programs offered by UAB’s computer science department. 32 students will be selected over five years.

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Strong Networks Help Turn Black Faculty into University Presidents

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The ACPS, conducted by the American Council on Education and the Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association of America (TIAA) Institute, found that 61% of college presidents surveyed were men, and 46% were white men. The 2023 American College Presidents Study (ACPS) was released with sadly predictable results.

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Benefits of Integrating Service-Learning With Other High-Impact Practices

The Scholarly Teacher

There are liability release forms to consider, as well as liability insurance. The impact of science field courses in The Bahamas on the personal and professional development of U.S. They are best executed when community partnerships already exist. Being in “the field” may present liability concerns for your institution.

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New Program: Study Abroad in Seoul, South Korea!

AIFS Abroad

This program includes: Up to 15 credits On-campus housing Cultural and social activities 24/7 emergency support Comprehensive insurance package Excursions and day trips On-site support staff Personal and professional development Carbon offsetting for flights to-and-from South Korea Learn More: Spring Semester in Seoul 2.

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Via in the Field: Inside the OSAC Academic Sector Committee Meeting

Via's

Becoming a member and even attending the meetings are free, which is a big selling point, since so many professional development opportunities for higher education professionals can come with high conference fees. Particularly in uncertainty, this approach can also reinforce our decision making and instill confidence.

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Making financial wellness a priority for student success

Confessions of a Community College Dean

“It’s about setting up that mind-set: even though you don’t have a full-time job, the concept of saving, the concept of living within your means, budgeting,” shares Dana Kelly, vice president of professional development for the National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators.

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Student Spotlight: Angelica’s Semester Abroad in Buenos Aires, Argentina

AIFS Abroad

Navigating life as a student abroad has also helped her to develop many soft skills that will impact her professional development and career opportunities in the future. She’s faced adversity, challenges, and differences head on. Our programs are incredibly inclusive, which takes a lot of the stress out of planning.