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Paul Quinn College to Create an Innovative Housing Model and a Mixed-Use Community

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Sorrell Sorrell said that the grant will launch a campus housing initiative that will eventually be accompanied by a larger mixed-use development that includes student and family housing, retail and restaurant spaces, parks, outdoor meeting areas, and classroom facilities—all designed to serve both the campus and the surrounding community.

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General Assembly Vacates TSU Board of Trustees, Governor Makes Appointments

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Some state legislators noted TSU’s student housing shortages and financial struggles as reasons for vacating its board, the Associated Press reported. Lawmakers and community leaders opposed to the measure said state leaders unfairly targeted TSU, the only publicly funded historically Black university in Tennessee.

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Unapologetic Leadership for Black Learner Success

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

It is why we implemented a Guaranteed Income Program for 100 students as a pilot during the 2022-2023 fiscal year, where 65% of the participants are black and 86% are women, and the participants receive $500 per month for six months. Being Black-serving means, we own that students need a better value proposition.

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The 5 Mistakes You Can’t Afford To Make When It Comes To NYC Student Housing (And What To Do About It)

Student Housing Works

However, before you get to all the fun stuff…you’ve got to find student housing in New York City. In fact, The New York Times reports that 87% of all NYC students live off-campus. No matter where you’re from, finding housing can be a massive challenge. We get it: as students, there are times to procrastinate.

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Flushing Queens NYC

Student Housing Works

Queens, NY 11354 Home to over 25 mostly Asian retailers, including the J-Mart Supermarket that takes up two entire floors, New World Mall is a community staple. The post Flushing Queens NYC appeared first on Student Housing Works. Expect traditional South Asian cuisine, like dosas, masala dishes and samosas.

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