February, 2021

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Mental Health and Learning Among Students with Marginalized Sociodemographic Identities

Supporting Student Success

By: Frederick (Rick) Ezekiel, PhD, Director of Equitable Learning, Health and Wellness, Centennial College, Toronto, Canada. SUMMARY. Postsecondary educators have been increasingly focused on supporting positive student mental health over the past decades. Postsecondary institutions are uniquely positioned to support a demographic of students who experience the greatest risk of first onset of mental illness as a result of the developmental trajectory of many common mental illnesses (within the 1

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International Student Recruitment Just Got a Little Easier

Grant McMillan

On February 12, 2021, we received the good news that the Government of Canada announced further temporary measures based on the pandemic that allow international students to be able to complete their studies in their home country and be eligible for the post-degree work permit: “These measures will assist international students by ensuring that studies… Read More International Student Recruitment Just Got a Little Easier.

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AIFS Abroad Introduces Access, Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity (AIDE) Plan of Action

AIFS Abroad

Last week, we at AIFS Abroad released our first annual Plan of Action for Access, Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity. . This document provides the AIFS Community with information on our goals for the year ahead related to these areas. As this the inaugural version of this document, we wanted to provide some additional information and answers to common questions about the Plan of Action.

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Increase Student Enrollment with Smartphone Delivered Degreeswith Dr. Drumm McNaughton and Frank Rojas | Changing Higher Ed Podcast 071

The Change Leader, Inc.

In this podcast, Dr. Drumm McNaughton and Dr. Frank Rojas why offering smartphone delivered degrees in higher education is no longer just nice to have; it’s going to increase student enrollment and student success, rendering it a must-have. Offering smartphone delivered degrees in higher education is no longer just nice to have; it’s going to increase student enrollment and student success, rendering it a must-have.

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Take a break: Use your excess vacation leave by July 1

CU Work-Life Balance

Use your vacation leave prior to the end of the fiscal year or risk losing any hours you carry in excess of the annual carryover limit. Supervisors are encouraged to support their employees’ use of their vacation leave entitlements. Last year, because many vacations were canceled due to the pandemic, the Board of Regents allowed campuses to waive the usual vacation carryover limits at their discretion.

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Building the Future of Higher Education: A Letter from Tom Gavic, Chairman

Credo Higher Ed

Dear Friends, Colleagues, and Higher Ed Family, In 1995 when I started the company that has evolved into Credo, I could never have dreamed that the reach and impact of our work would be as broad and deep as it is. It’s hard for me to believe that we’ve served more than 460 of your colleges and universities in that time as a trusted partner and catalyst for action.

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Online Transition Programming in the Time of COVID

Supporting Student Success

By: Rachel Barreca and Kait Taylor-Asquini. SUMMARY. In response to the impact of COVID-19 on incoming students’ transition to Ryerson University, a dedicated cross-departmental project team was convened to create an online preparatory program. In just two months, while still performing their regular job functions in the new online environment, the Get Ryerson Ready team researched, developed, designed, and launched a robust, innovative, multi-disciplinary, and award-winning transition curriculu

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National Study Abroad Day 2021 is Here!

AIFS Abroad

Today marks a special occasion — National Study Abroad Day 2021! We’re so excited to celebrate all things study abroad and its impact not only on our students, but the world at large. #StudyAbroadDay is an opportunity to highlight and bring awareness to the benefits of this exciting international education opportunity. In honor of National Study Abroad Day 2021, hear from some of our recent alumni about how they would rate their AIFS study abroad experience.

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Storemaggedon: 2 key lessons for Higher Education from the retail apocalypse

Terminalfour

What can Higher Education learn from the collapse of retail stores? Learnings from those who failed to keep pace with digital transformation and expectations.

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Goucher College joins NASPA Culture of Respect Collective

Goucher DEI

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Strategic Enrollment Planning to Recruit for Fall 2021 & Beyond

Credo Higher Ed

Enrollment Leaders Respond.

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Accountability and Lessons Learned from the Trump Administration’s Child Separation Policy

Regna Consulting

Testimony of Inspector General. . Washington, D.C. (Feb. 1, 2021)—On Thursday, February 4, 2021, at 10:00 a.m., Rep. Carolyn B. Maloney, the Chairwoman of the Committee on Oversight and Reform, will hold a hearing with Michael E. Horowitz, the Inspector General of the Department of Justice (DOJ), who will testify about his office’s recent report on the Trump Administration’s immigrant child separation policy. .

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Meet the team: Gina Baxter, Head of Student Services, Florence

AIFS Abroad

We’re continuing the series introducing the team behind AIFS Customized , who create faculty-led study abroad programs for hundreds of colleges and universities throughout the US. This week, we meet Gina Baxter, Head of Student Services in our Florence Study Center, Italy. Enjoying the Tuscan countryside with Zola. Hi Gina! What do you do for AIFS? I work together with a team of Student Advisors to manage the day to day aspects of your study abroad program.

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3 of the top UK Higher Education website transformation projects of 2020

Terminalfour

We take a look at some of the UK's most inspiring Higher Education website projects of 2020. Inspiration for you, no matter where you are in the world.

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What does the latest industry research tell us about social media in 2021?

Terminalfour

How will the latest social media and digital marketing trends impact higher education and shape your strategies in 2021 and beyond?

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Meet the team: Trung Tran, Florence Program Coordinator

AIFS Abroad

We’re continuing the series introducing the team behind AIFS Customized , who create faculty-led study abroad programs for hundreds of colleges and universities throughout the US. This week, we are chatting with Trung Tran, Florence Program Coordinator, who is based in our Florence Study Center, Italy. Exploring Tuscan ruins around Florence. Hi Trung, what is your role at AIFS?

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Carnevale in Europe – A treat for Spring Students

AIFS Abroad

Students on AIFS Customized, Faculty-Led programs during the spring semester have the opportunity to enjoy the spectacular Carnival events in Italy, France, or Spain. For several weeks in February or early March, these countries celebrate rich cultural traditions unique to every location. All are tied to the Catholic season of Lent. We’re going to take a spin through the Carnevale through its vocabulary and varied traditions. .