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Goldman Sachs: HBCUs play central role in Black student excellence

University Business

Source: Goldman Sachs Research: Investing in HBCUs Inclusivity driving student support—and success Black students at HBCUs reported higher rates of support from professors and related faculty than Black students at non-HBCUs. Continue to make endowment-building and fundraising an institutional priority.

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These leaders’ commitment to DEI got them the nod for president

University Business

As Dean of the Faculty, she reviewed their recruitment, appointment and promotion; additionally, she oversaw the budget, personnel and graduate programs across multiple academic departments. she helped broaden the school’s admission of diverse students, specifically those of first-generation standing.

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Looking back at the UC graduate worker strike (opinion)

Confessions of a Community College Dean

The faculty says we recognize our graduate students as early-career colleagues. But the structure of the university and financial support for graduate students say something else. Yes, they’re still students engaged in coursework and supervised research as they earn advanced degrees.

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10 Steps to Increase Study Abroad Participation

Study Aborad Association

Student engagement is important and helps build a community for travelers at the school. Those who studied abroad in the prior semesters can share their stories and photos to other students looking to participate in upcoming programs. Organize a Faculty Development Workshop. Scholarships and Fundraising.

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Investing in Community Colleges

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

After receiving the money in 2021, PCC – like many of the schools – chose to place it in a fund, the proceeds of which the college has been using to finance in-house innova- tion around education and student support. The former gives disadvantaged students at the community college the chance to take on research project opportunities.

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Data-Driven Decision Making in Higher Education: Unlocking the Potential of Analytics

Creatrix Campus

Strengthening relationships for fundraising. Provosts : Access operational insights related to budget management, research funding, faculty productivity, student risk assessment, academic program analysis, and cost-efficiency. Tailoring education to individual needs. Ensuring adherence to standards.