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How Community Colleges Fuel Students' Dreams

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

These Dream Scholars exemplify leadership and a commitment to improving higher education,” said Dr. Monica Parrish Trent, chief program and network officer at ATD. I would also make therapy and mental health services available year-round, through the summer,” said De Luna. On last Friday, it was all about the students.

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For the Common Good

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

While North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, an HBCU institution, does not have a bachelor’s degree program in public health, it has other programs directly related to public health issues. With health services management they can work as managers in hospitals and in enhancing healthcare access.

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Dominican University VP builds hope for first-gen students

Confessions of a Community College Dean

We send a brief survey to learn more about social determinants of their well-being, such as housing insecurity, transportation and financial distress. For example, NowPow helps commuting students tap into community-based resources within walking distance of their homes, such as food pantries and mental health services.

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