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Famous Graduates of Liberal Arts Colleges

Great College Advice

NOTABLE ALUMNI of ALBION COLLEGE, Albion, MI Rick Smith, ’68, Former editor-in-chief of Newsweek Stanley Kresge–founder of Kmart Cedric Dempsey–former Executive Director of the NCAA NOTABLE ALUMNI of ALLEGHENY COLLEGE, Meadville, PA Clarence Darrow – noted American lawyer in the Scopes Monkey Trials. Former U.S.

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Yale Softens Mental Health Policies for Students

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Yale University has made major changes to its medical leave policy that will allow students struggling with mental health problems to take time off—rather than withdraw—and to return to campus when they’re ready, without reapplying, The Washington Post reported Wednesday.

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A Continued Commitment to Community

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

In addition to students who find excellent jobs after graduating from a four-year institution, some EPW alumni are pursuing graduate studies. “I The students usually report back to us where they are employed. That’s the most satisfactory point of the work we do.”

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Rising higher ed leaders tackle campus challenges in EAB’s fellowship

EAB

In addition to the content from the subject-matter expertise and professional skills development sessions, the fellows also had access to EAB’s research library and experts, and they were paired with a partner to help develop ideas and get feedback along the way.

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Graduate Student Appreciation Week

CAPD

If you haven’t yet reached your quota, the MIT Libraries is here to help! Have coffee with a friend at Hayden Cafe! Pick up starting Monday, April 3 Serious question: Can you ever have too much coffee? Stop by OGE headquarters in 3-107 to pick up vouchers for free coffee at the Hayden Cafe!

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Coronavirus COVID-19 Webinar: What higher education leaders need to know right now

Higher Ed Connects: News

Another big area of concern is the medical care of students. “A A health center on campus might be their only access to medical care. Q: Are you seeing a trend with alumni groups stepping up? You can always click the “ Coronavirus Resources ” link in the top menu bar to access a constantly-updated library of resources.

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Masters in Australia – Benefits, Academic Format, Rankings, Requirements (Updates)

Buddy4Study

They have the oldest academic libraries of the continent which boasts of having around 3.6 AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL UNIVERSITY : This University has the best student retention rate and an outstanding alumni. Their MBA school is ranked 27th in the world and of course, number 1 in Australia. million holdings in its collection. .