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University of Maryland to Investigate Fraternities, Sororities

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

James McShay, assistant vice president for student affairs and interim director of fraternity and sorority life, and Dr. James Bond, director of student conduct— references the Code of Student Conduct and the university's Hazing Policy.

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Student conduct management in universities: Strategies and solutions

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Managing student conduct is crucial for the success of any higher education institution. Effective management in this area not only ensures a safe and productive learning environment but contributes to the holistic development of students.

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How 1,000+ prospective HBCU students conducted their college search

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Blogs How 1,000+ prospective HBCU students conducted their college search Key insights from our 2023 Student Communication Preferences Survey The recent Supreme Court decision on affirmative action has many HBCU leaders wondering whether they’ll see an influx of enrollment for fall 2024.

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Webinar Recap: International takes on Higher Education student conduct & complaints

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Across the globe there is a continued concern on how higher education institutions handle student conduct, complaints, and polices when it comes to incidents of sexual assault and harassment.

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How universities can foster soft skills to prepare career-ready graduates

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For example, team projects in a computer science class or a nursing program compel students to practice collaboration and divide responsibilities. Their insights often resonate strongly with current students (I wish I had learned how to manage my time better in college in my first job I had five projects at once).

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Webinar Recap: Building Bridges Between Student Conduct and Disability Services

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With the rise in young adult mental health challenges and the needs of students with a disability amplified by a global pandemic, institutions across the country are experiencing an increased need for on-campus case and crisis management services.

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University of Maryland Reckons with the Past

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

It took a village, Hughes-Watkins said, from the interning students conducting research, to the advisory board and community liaisons, to create the report. Students know that there’s no way an institution this old has no ties to slavery,” said Hughes-Watkins. University of Maryland campus, Memorial Chapel.