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Single Parents Breaking Barriers Through Higher Education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

At Generations College, nestled in the heart of Chicago, we have witnessed firsthand the life-changing power of education for single parents. In 2019, we proudly launched the Single Parent Scholarship initiative, which provides financial assistance and support services to single parents who aspire to earn a college degree.

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Challenges for Higher Education: An Emerging Skills Shortage and Inequity in the Workforce

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

American higher education is called upon to serve a variety of purposes: advancement of knowledge, expansion of cultural appreciation, extending understanding of societal benefits and obligations, and preparing a diversity of students with the skills they need for a successful and rewarding life. Dr. George R. References Carnevale, A.,

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Study Reveals Only 16% of Faculty is Ready for GenAI in Higher Education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

A new study examines potential effects of artificial intelligence on current challenges faced in higher education and notes that few are ready. The survey was conducted by Cengage Group and Bay View Analytics to better understand attitudes and concerns of higher education instructors and leadership.

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Here are 9 ways higher education can ensure rural America’s long-term vitality

University Business

A comprehensive report from the Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce (CEW) illustrates the resilience of America’s blue-collar region and describes how increased collaboration with higher education can ensure its survival. Rural towns in the U.S. Census Bureau data from 2015 to 2019.

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The Importance of Listening to Student Needs Emphasized at Department of Education Summit

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Department of Education (ED) and the Institute for Higher Education Policy (IHEP) held the Attaining College Excellence and Equity Summit: Holistic Advising and Wraparound Services in Washington, D.C. Secretary of Education Dr. Miguel A. On Wednesday, the U.S. He also spoke about building effective partnerships.

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Integrated Audio Solutions Enable Hybrid Learning in Higher Education

EdTech Magazine - Higher Education

It’s good now that things have finally settled down, says Jon Bannan, director of user support services at The College of New Jersey.

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Higher education protected in the near-term from government shutdown

University Business

1,” said John Fansmith, senior vice president of government relations at the American Council on Education, in its Sept. ” The Department of Education colleges and universities dependent on discretionary funds could experience “severe” impacts on the cash flow for student support services. .”