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Disparities of African American Men and Obtaining a College Education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Predominantly white institutions (PWIs) may lack the cultural competency and support services needed to address the unique challenges faced by African American students. This can result in feelings of isolation, discrimination, and alienation, which negatively impact academic performance and retention rates.

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Striving for Digital Equity in Education

The Scholarly Teacher

Digital Media for Teaching and Learning The importance of digital tools in teaching and learning cannot be overemphasized. We rely heavily on digital media and technology to perform our academic work and professional duties. TRIO refers to Upward Bound, Talent Search, and Student Support Service.

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The 5 main reasons students seek mental health counseling

University Business

Another larger issue students are confronting that may be leading to an avalanche of these problems is their social media consumption, a phenomenon the U.S. Even when we think about social isolation and loneliness, social media can often make people feel lonelier because they are seeing other people engaging with friends.”

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Holistic campus design strategies to combat loneliness 

University Business

The solution isnt just providing more student support services but creating environments that actively foster student connection, wellness, and mental health. Screen-Free / Social Media-Free Zones: In a digital-saturated world, creating designated screen-free zones gives students a break from social media and constant connectivity.

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Misinformation is spreading as more students seek mental health care

University Business

Universities once struggling to keep up with the surge in demand for counseling during the pandemic have since scaled up their support services. But heightened awareness surrounding campus mental health services has become “both a blessing and a curse,” says Dr. .

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Bereaved parents say review into student suicides in England is ‘slap in the face’

The Guardian Higher Education

The higher education minister, Robert Halfon, announced the national review earlier this year amid mounting concern over student mental health and a series of suicides that attracted widespread coverage in the media. In Australia, the crisis support service Lifeline is 13 11 14.

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How your future students’ needs are changing in 5 big ways

University Business

Inclusive messaging, robust support services, and strong orientation and first-year programming assure students they will get the support they need. Instagram is their favorite social media platform for interacting with institutions. Instagram is their favorite social media platform for interacting with institutions.