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Dougherty Family College’s Investment in Student Success Pays Off

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

They have access to financial aid counselors, college persistence counselors, and a life coach, and are placed into paid internships after they finish a professional development course. If they’re struggling with transportation, they’re still going to struggle with transportation for the last two years of college.”

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Unapologetic Leadership Thought: Freedom Dreaming

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Students shouldn’t have to pay for printing, public transportation, or parking, as these items should be free. During the presentation, Garcia talked about Dr. Each community college would have funding to support guaranteed income programs for student parents, who will receive at least $500 for six months during the year.

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Creating Safe Spaces: Future Teachers of Color Summit

The Scholarly Teacher

What Worked Structure The development of the FToC Summit began with our planning team, which included BIPOC teacher educators who represented diverse identity groups and educational experiences. While not ideal, it meant we did not have to fund transportation and food and had more funds to compensate presenters. link] Easton-Brooks, D.

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Here are several examples of strong dual enrollment partnerships

University Business

Pasadena College, for example, provides professional development for faculty who teach high school students, and Cerritos College has a dedicated faculty liaison who supports dual enrollment instructors. Location : How does transportation factor into where classes will be offered?

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Intern Spotlight: Jacqueline’s Semester Abroad in Dublin, Ireland

AIFS Abroad

Professional Development Interning abroad means you’ll have the opportunity to gain unique, hands-on experience which will accelerate your career growth and develop your skillsets. Public transportation is the main way around the city of Dublin, and you need to learn fast to get around.

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Why Lisbon is an Ideal City to Intern Abroad

AIFS Abroad

Food, entertainment and public transportation are all fairly affordable. Our programs are designed to include housing, on-site support, excursions, professional development resources and more. Popular internship fields in Lisbon include: IT Graphic Design Communications Social Media Marketing Business (and many more!)

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Cooking Up Success: Top 5 Cities for Culinary Internships

AIFS Abroad

The city has excellent public transportation, making it easy to explore each neighborhood, appreciate the ancient and contemporary architecture, and visit its many museums. Here, you can grow your network in a city packed with highly regarded restaurants and populated with skilled chefs who are eager to pass on their culinary traditions.

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