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University holds Holocaust remembrance event despite Jewish protests

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Image: James Madison University in Virginia held an event Thursday to mark the Holocaust—despite all the Jewish members of the planning committee resigning. And faculty members say this year’s event was going to feature the provost, Heather Coltman, playing piano, something the last event’s committee rejected.

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College Possible coaches gain transferable leadership skills with ServeMinnesota

College Forward

Joining ICC is a great leadership opportunity for AmeriCorps members; it provides experience in event planning, research and implementation practices, and networking opportunities with fellow Minnesota AmeriCorps service members. In addition to being a general council member, members can apply for the ICC Facilitator Team.

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College Possible Minnesota now recruiting student Community Leaders

College Forward

Responsibilities include establishing a network among College Possible students, organizing events, facilitating social outings, and offering constructive feedback to program leaders. Community Leaders play a pivotal role in fostering a cohesive College Possible community at their respective institution.

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Now hiring: CAPD student leaders

CAPD

Each of these opportunities lets you grow your skills in a specific focus area — from event planning to curating microinternships to playing a crucial role in the Fall Career Fair — while practicing soft skills like teamwork in a fun, collaborative environment. Apply to CAPD’s student leadership positions!

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Here are 2 new campus safety measures colleges are buying into

University Business

The technology holds enormous untapped potential for also helping colleges and universities recognize and mitigate future risks, informing event planning and infrastructure investments with unbiased, accurate and quantifiable data, said Liam Galin, CEO of BriefCam, according to EdTech.

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Residential Life Experiences as an RA

Hope College Network

I think about the all-hall events that are put on by the staff, and how many of my lasting friends I’ve met at these events. This is a recurring event during the Halloween season where everyone at Hope is invited to come dressed up for an evening of music at Durfee Hall. An example was “Club Durf” my Freshman year.

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Getting Ready for Graduation

Campus Sonar

Top 10 things to do before you graduate listicle: Consider crafting and publishing a top 10 things to do before graduation listicle at least a month before the event to give audiences time to engage and participate. Attend a favorite campus event. Stay in the Moment During the event, stay in the moment! banners, flags, signs).

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