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Panel: Erasing Black History Threatens to Harm Black Community, Students, and Nation's Future

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The exclusion and omission of Black history threatens to harm not just the Black community at large but also students and the very future of the nation, experts said during a Nov. 14 panel. Janel George The panel – part of the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s larger National Racial Equity Initiative for Social Justice (NREI) Summit – brought together experts to discuss contemporary attacks against the inclusion of Black history in societal awareness and education.

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New College of Florida Seeks $400M for Conservative Transformation

Confessions of a Community College Dean

New College of Florida Seeks $400M for Conservative Transformation Josh Moody Tue, 11/14/2023 - 03:00 AM The high-priced business plan emphasizes new facilities and academic programs, as well as athletics. Officials say the money is needed to reach state goals.

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CHINENYE ANYANWU

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Dr. Chinenye Anyanwu Chinenye Anyanwu has been named faculty director of the new Black Sisters Optimizing Unity & Leadership (BSOUL House) Learning Community at the University of Connecticut. Anyanwu holds a bachelor’s degree and a Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of Connecticut as well as an MPH from George Washington University.

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College Transfer Process Is ‘DIY’ for Many Students

Confessions of a Community College Dean

College Transfer Process Is ‘DIY’ for Many Students jessica.blake@… Tue, 11/14/2023 - 03:00 AM A new report magnifies existing hurdles students face when attempting to transfer from a two-year college to a four-year institution.

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Dr. Charles L. Welch Appointed President and CEO of AASCU

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Dr. Charles L. Welch has been named president and CEO of the American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU). He will succeed Dr. Mildred Garcia who left the organization in October to become chancellor of the California State University system. Dr. Charles L. Welch Welch is currently president of AASCU member Arkansas State University System and co-chair of the Executive Council of the Arkansas Department of Higher Education.

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Why are 87% of these community college students not earning a bachelor’s degree?

University Business

Although community college may be regularly associated as an equitable pathway to bachelor’s degrees, wealthier students typically capitalize on the opportunity. As for low-income students, a new report from the Department of Education details how infrequently their college hopes pan out. Only 13% of Title IV students who start at community colleges ultimately earn bachelor’s degrees within eight years.

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MARIS LOWN

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Dr. Maris Lown Maris Lown has been appointed provost/vice president for academic affairs at Union College of Union County, New Jersey. She serves as the college’s vice president for academic affairs. Lown holds a bachelor’s degree in nursing from Boston College, a master’s in nursing from Boston University, and a doctorate in educational leadership from Rowan University.

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TERRANCE MITCHELL

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Dr. Terrance Mitchell Terrance Mitchell has been named executive director for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice at Mercyhurst University in Erie, Pennsylvania. He holds a bachelor’s degree in journalism and a master’s in community college education from the University of Central Oklahoma as well as a Ph.D. in administration and leadership studies from Indiana University of Pennsylvania.

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The Department Chair Triumvirate 

Confessions of a Community College Dean

The Department Chair Triumvirate Sarah Bray Tue, 11/14/2023 - 03:00 AM Vicki L. Baker shares case studies that shed light on new ways department chairs need to operate in terms of leadership, management and personnel. Byline(s) Vicki L.

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Public or Private? Where I found my fit in Residence Life

Roompact

When it comes to finding your fit in Residence Life, it seems the differences in working at a private or public institution are not often discussed. Perhaps this stems from a tendency for professionals to stay within a certain institution type throughout their career or maybe it suggests that institution type is not a key.

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Some Good News on Campus Veterans

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Some Good News on Campus Veterans Doug Lederman Tue, 11/14/2023 - 03:00 AM There is progress amid the discouraging developments about the state of veterans on campuses, Wick Sloane writes.

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Musical Pathways

Teaching Matters Student Employment

In this post, Christopher Kane, Mark Holub, Gina Black and Nikki Moran report on the Musical Pathways project↗️, a student-led careers initiative funded by IAD Student Partnership Agreement↗️. This post belongs to the Hot topic series: Student Partnership Agreement 2023↗️.

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Louisiana Tech Student Stabs 4 on Campus

Confessions of a Community College Dean

A Louisiana Tech University student allegedly stabbed four people on campus Monday in what officials are calling a “random act of violence,” ABC News reported. The four victims—one graduate student and three nonstudents—had just left the campus recreation center when the suspect, Jacoby Johnson, attacked them around 9 a.m., according to the university.

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How UCA is Creating a Debt-Free Pathway to a College Degree

EAB

Podcast How UCA is Creating a Debt-Free Pathway to a College Degree Episode 173. November 14, 2023. Welcome to the Office Hours with EAB podcast. You can join the conversation on social media using #EABOfficeHours. Follow the podcast on Spotify , Google Podcasts , Apple Podcasts , SoundCloud and Stitcher or visit our podcast homepage for additional episodes.

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Magdalen College Announces Closure

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Magdalen College of the Liberal Arts, a small Catholic institution in New Hampshire, will close at the end of the academic year due to low enrollment and financial challenges, WMUR 9 reported. The local ABC affiliate reported that Magdalen currently enrolls about 60 students.

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Birmingham-Southern College president shares "new potential sources of funding" after loan rejected - Lisa Crane, WVTM

Ray Schroeder

Birmingham-Southern College is exploring other funding options, according to school president Daniel B. Coleman. In a letter to students and families, Coleman said the BSC Board of Trustees is holding weekly meetings to explore funding options. Meanwhile, a war of words is waging between Birmingham-Southern College leaders and State Treasurer Young Boozer.

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Report: Federal ‘Loophole’ Lets States Opt Out of Higher Ed Oversight

Confessions of a Community College Dean

A decade-old policy change has allowed states to delegate their oversight authority regarding higher education to accrediting agencies, argues Student Defense, a legal advocacy nonprofit that assists students defrauded by colleges, in a new report.

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Podcast Episode 1 – “Why You Should Care About Dual Enrollment”

Parchment

Dual enrollment provides an opportunity for students to take college-level courses while still in high school, allowing them to earn college credits, experience higher education, and get a head start on their post-secondary journey. In a recent episode of our Credentials Unscripted podcast, we explored the impact of dual enrollment and the keys to a successful program with Dr.

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Pierce College cyberattack exposed 155,000 people’s data. Is the district at fault?

University Business

Personal data belonging to more than 155,000 former Pierce College students and staff was leaked on the dark web after a cyberattack this summer, according to a lawsuit. The Pierce College District is accused of failing to safeguard the sensitive details, including Social Security numbers and banking information, of people affected by the data breach.

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Key takeaways from government guidance on SCOTUS’s affirmative action ruling

EAB

Blogs Key takeaways from government guidance on SCOTUS’s affirmative action ruling The Department of Education finally issued its eagerly anticipated follow-up guidance on the Supreme Court’s SFFA ruling in September. Did it deliver on enrollment leaders’ hopes and expectations? The answer is complicated. While higher education leaders found plenty to be appalled about in the SCOTUS opinion , one of the most troubling aspects of it was its lack of clarity on core practical questions related to

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3 marketing strategies to help you move from undergrad to lifelong learning models

University Business

We have all seen the stickers, t-shirts and coffee mugs. Every institution has its own variation of the popular tagline “(insert mascot name here) for life.” But what if the saying “for life” was more than a cheer in an arena or camaraderie at airports when you spot the same logo you are wearing? What if the relationship was truly a lifelong learning experience?

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To design microcredentials that meet student needs, follow these 3 steps

EAB

Blogs To design microcredentials that meet student needs, follow these 3 steps Professional, continuing, and online education (PCO) units are facing pressure to quickly stand up microcredential offerings. And because there is not yet a clear standard for what a microcredential should be, and every institution is defining microcredentials slightly differently, deciding what specific action to take in response to that pressure can be overwhelming.

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Archer Education Revolutionizes Online Program Growth with Innovative Approach: Online Growth Enablement

HEMJ (Higher Ed Marketing Journal)

Archer announces an expanded approach to supporting the needs of colleges and universities through change: Online Growth Enablement. In a strategic move designed to empower colleges and universities as they face increased pressure to build a sustainable model for growth, Archer Education is deepening our commitment to an alternative partnership approach.

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Famous Filming Locations in Ireland and Northern Ireland

AIFS Abroad

Last Updated on November 14, 2023 by Cat Rogliano If you study abroad or intern in Ireland, you’ll have ample time to take in the country’s natural, hauntingly beautiful sights and scenery. While you do so, you might have a stray thought like, “I feel like I’ve seen this before?” You’re not hallucinating, you likely have seen one of the breathtaking landmarks in Ireland as filming locations for your favorite TV shows or movies.

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Become A Leadership Powerhouse with Dr. Greg Wells

The Humphrey Group

In this episode of the pod Bart welcomes back best selling author and human performance expert Greg Wells to talk about his new book, Powerhouse. Drawing on leading research, Greg explains how your ability to perform in the boardroom and in life is based on healing and boosting the mitochondria that power your body. He explains simple ways to do this using breath, focus and movement so you can thrive.

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Crossing Borders, Not Escaping Troubles: The Reality of Moving Abroad

ISA Journal

*Your assignment has been graded.* *New schedule is now posted.* *.is typing.* In Washington, my responsibilities were piling up like an avalanche in my mind. I completed all my assignments on time, made plans with everyone (god forbid I got FOMO), and showed up to work on time every weekend.

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LinkedIn releases the 2023 Veteran Opportunity report

CAPD

The 2023 Veteran Opportunity Report, powered by LinkedIn data and insights, highlights the challenges many American veterans face when entering the civilian workforce today — including low internship rates, undervalued military experience, and prevailing myths around retention. Access the full report and more through LinkedIn.

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Columbia Apologizes to Gynecologist’s Abuse Victims

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Columbia University leaders issued a letter apologizing to patients who were sexually abused by former university gynecologist Robert Hadden, promising a “multipronged response plan” that includes an external investigation into the university’s handling of complaints and a $100 million settlement fund to ensure compensation for the victims.

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Registration is now open: Chancellor’s Certificate in Advancing DEI in the Workplace

UMSL Diversity

In celebration of UMSL’s 60th year serving the St. Louis region, UMSL’s Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is proud to continue its efforts to enhance the capacity of local companies, organizations, and agencies to build inclusive workplace cultures. The Chancellor’s Certificate in Advancing DEI in the Workplace is a fully on-line non-credit bearing course open to all professionals in the St.

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State College Group Hires Arkansas State System Leader as President

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Charles L. Welch, president of the Arkansas State University System, will become the new president of the American Association of State Colleges and Universities. Welch succeeds Mildred García, who left the state-college group to become the new chancellor of the California State University system.

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Tough Times Ahead for Higher Education Enrollment: Changing Higher Ed Podcast with Host Drumm McNaughton and Guests Bob Massa and Bill Conley

The Change Leader, Inc.

14 November · Episode 181 Tough Times Ahead for Higher Education Enrollment 42 Min · By Dr. Drumm McNaughton Dive into the complexities of higher education enrollment–navigate through its current challenges, and uncover strategies for the tough times ahead. In this podcast, we dive into the complexities of higher education enrollment, navigating through its current challenges and uncovering strategies for the tough times ahead.

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Residential Schools and Indigenous People: Academic Minute

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Today on the Academic Minute: Steve Minton, associate professor in applied and clinical psychology at the University of Plymouth, explains how we’re still learning about the horrors of residential schools for Indigenous peoples.

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12 Facts About Ireland We Bet You Didn’t Know

AIFS Abroad

Last Updated on November 14, 2023 by Cat Rogliano Have you always wanted to explore Ireland? AIFS Abroad offers study abroad and international internship programs in cities like Dublin , Galway , Limerick and Maynooth. If you’re going to live and learn in Ireland, though, you might as well know a few facts about it. The Emerland Isle has a rich and complex history, and you’ll learn all about it while you’re there.

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Hundreds of Brown U faculty call on university to drop charges against student protesters

University Business

Nearly 200 Brown University faculty members are calling for charges to be dropped against 20 students who were arrested for trespassing during a pro-Palestine protest last week. Yet, as of Monday afternoon, the charges had not been dropped. The students, who were arrested the night of Nov. 8 during a peaceful sit-in at University Hall, were part of a group called BrownU Jews for Ceasefire Now, and called not only for the divestments but for their school to promote an end to the war.

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Trump Free College Plan Taps ‘Restless Discontent’ Over Higher Ed - Katherine Knott, Inside Higher Ed

Ray Schroeder

The plan to create a national online college is a political nonstarter, experts say, but it capitalizes on concerns about price and politics in higher education. Trump, in rolling out his plan last week for what he is calling the American Academy, said he’s seeking “a revolution in higher education.” Experts, however, aren’t so sure that the plan will move forward at all if Trump is elected.

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Choosing a college is hard. The Israel-Hamas war is making it harder

University Business

George Washington University used to be one of Josh Jury’s top choices for college. Its vibrant chapter of Hillel, a popular club for Jewish students, piqued the interest of the Illinois high school senior, who wants to study international relations. That all changed a few weeks ago when backlash mounted at the private college over student protests of the Israel-Hamas war.

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