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MARCH 7, 2024

But the latter, though meant to be helpful, can come with distinct drawbacks, the report noted. “On On the one hand, receiving special education services may be beneficial to students to the extent that students genuinely need those services to keep up with peers academically,” the report noted. “On

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JANUARY 16, 2024

The nonprofit Partnership With Native Americans , or PWNA, recently announced that the consumer financial services company, Synchrony , has awarded $100,000 to support Indigenous education. We are proud of Synchrony for investing in Native education to help build a brighter future for the Tribal citizens and families in this country."

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JANUARY 22, 2024

Dr. Stella Flores University of Texas at Austin The relief comes as a result of the IDR Account Adjustment, a temporary federal initiative enacted by the administration that gives borrowers retroactive progress towards 10- to 25-year repayment terms under income-driven repayment (IDR) and Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) programs.

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MARCH 15, 2024

In fact, this rate for English majors puts it below the unemployment rate for computer and information services majors, 2.8%, though still higher compared to a number of other majors – business, engineering, philosophy, physical science, and history. But for women, that number falls to around $61,000.

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APRIL 10, 2024

Being in the College Possible program from high school through college, I knew I could help students the same way my coaches did,” said Yanderi. “I I really appreciated CP for helping me and I wanted to give back. I also wanted to give back to the program that helped me. I cherish them so much.”

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2023

Properly upskilling and supporting immigrants, refugees, and asylees can help remedy the nation's predicted labor shortage, according to a new report from Upwardly Global. Jina Krause-Vilmar According to the organization, which seeks to help immigrants into the U.S. workforce, almost all U.S.

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NOVEMBER 30, 2022

The key lies in not helping learners adapt to an institution but in ensuring that an institution can adapt to its learners, no matter their background. We learned long ago that there is no one-size-fits-all playbook for student success, and it’s a lesson that continues to help us better serve all learners on our campus.

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AUGUST 30, 2023

We look at their race, their ethnicities, their service and access to languages, and the barriers that they face. Mental health challenges [are] prevalent among students,” said Dr. Swapna Hingwe , associate director of counseling and psychiatric services at Michigan State University. Quick-fire, short-term ‘fixes’ won’t do.

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OCTOBER 1, 2023

The four entities recognized this year span a diverse geographic area, but they share the mission of uplifting their communities while also creating a broader impact in terms of education and the workforce. It began as a pilot program in 2015 and started in earnest in 2018 with 25 students after receiving a $1.68 Also, it’s the environment.

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NOVEMBER 22, 2022

She walked into the first college she attended not knowing where to start, and no one was very helpful in getting her enrolled and on a pathway. Jean Petty started her community college education right out of high school and had no idea how to “do college.” She repeated this experience at three different community colleges over three years.

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JANUARY 11, 2023

They have an outsized role to play in terms of advancing the legacy of Dr. King and Mrs. Coretta Scott King." It helps us to think about and rededicate ourselves to our mission, which is to develop men of disciplined minds who will lead lives of leadership and service,” said Crawford. “I Dr. Vicki L.

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OCTOBER 11, 2023

Instead, decision-makers and those seeking to improve equity at their two-year institutions must engage in thorough reflection of their own schools and involve collaboration from multiple departments and levels. It's a comprehensive toolkit that goes beyond just looking at data and moves the understanding of data into action and insights.

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APRIL 10, 2024

In the spring semester, he sought help from Howard’s counseling services, but without an immediately available spot, he was placed on a waitlist. His friends grew increasingly concerned about Ross and decided to call campus police to get help. Getting into Howard University was a dream come true for Durmerrick Ross.

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JANUARY 25, 2024

’s enduring legacy, the College Possible Milwaukee Team rallied together for a day of service. We channeled our collective energy into three meaningful service projects that echoed the ideals of justice, equality, and community impact. In the spirit of Martin Luther King Jr.’s The Martin Luther King Jr.

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OCTOBER 13, 2023

The resource centers serve as one-stops with many tailored supports that can help male students of color find a sense of purpose because it typically will include things like mentorship, academic support, career exploration, leadership development opportunities, and peer support networks,” says Jez. Dr. Roderick L. Dr. Roderick L.

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OCTOBER 9, 2023

At a time when the Latino population in the United States is growing and students are still facing daunting obstacles, Excelencia in Education is recognizing nine institutions for their clear and decisive commitment to Latino student success with the Seal of Excelencia. Hawkins Jr.

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NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Borrowers also reported being better positioned to achieve long-term goals like homeownership, pursuing further education or starting a business.” Borrowers also reported being better positioned to achieve long-term goals like homeownership, pursuing further education or starting a business.”

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JANUARY 26, 2024

Four- and eight-week courses and shorter terms can accelerate student learning. Though on-campus child care centers have improved retention and graduation rates, the current regulatory environment has inflated operating costs, so fewer colleges are now offering this service. Programs should start monthly and be as short as possible.

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NOVEMBER 16, 2023

These future collegiate athletes, and their families, will be informed in no uncertain terms that the institutions represented by the coaches offer welcoming and supportive environments to facilitate their development and meet their needs. Dr. William B.

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MARCH 27, 2024

The job is continuing to change in terms of the complexity. Marion Ross Fedrick, had been appointed executive vice president for administration and chief of staff at Georgia State University, effective July 1. In 2006, presidents spent an average of 8.5 years in charge. By 2022, that number shrunk to 5.9 But what connects these turnovers?

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MARCH 22, 2024

While it is still true that earning a degree has many benefits, how that degree is earned, both in terms of the debt and the emotional atmosphere, needs more examination. That right foot has so many implications, the first of which is the financial impact of attending a community college as the first step toward a bachelor ’ s degree.

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APRIL 19, 2024

Yet, one of the most challenging aspects of service involves deciding on next steps after completing a term. Below are some methods on how to connect with the greater AmeriCorps network to help you land your dream job. Since AmeriCorps members can serve in various capacities, the type of professional development varies.

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MARCH 27, 2024

Wondering how to prepare for your service year? Figure out your ideal housing situation One of the most beneficial ways to prepare for service is to find housing near your service site and schools. Many AmeriCorps members opt to live with family or friends during their service year.

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JULY 31, 2023

The report is the first step in a long-term effort by the Harvard GSE to reshape the college admissions process. Due to the focus on high achievement, many parents in these communities often fail to help their children develop the critical cognitive, social, and ethical capacities to become empathic adults, according to Turning the Tide.

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APRIL 2, 2023

Another challenge is institutionalizing initiatives: sustaining them long-term after the grant money has run out. As the Hispanic population in America has grown, so, too has the number of Hispanic-Serving Institutions, from under 200 in 1994-95 to 571 in 2020-21. Santiago, co-founder and CEO of Excelencia.

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NOVEMBER 9, 2023

They help students with course content outside of their assigned course and help those in crisis. Only 15% of faculty reported that their household can comfortably cover basic expenses, and 48% have postponed healthcare services due to costs. “I I have to work the equivalent of two full-time jobs to get by.

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I'm a former foster child, and I'm a student who struggled with food insecurities and housing insecurities, and I'm a first-generation college student, but I went to Sac State and it was an environment where I had mentors and people who supported me, and programs and services that I benefited from,” Wood said in an interview with Diverse.

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FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Ford, The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga Jillian Saraney, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga Key Statement: Service-learning projects designed by students can meet community needs while elevating student learning, engagement, and success by integrating high-impact practices (HIPs) and HIP elements. By: Dawn M. 2019; Salam et al.,

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FEBRUARY 1, 2024

To address this problem, Jean — who is the assistant provost for special programs at Montclair — has been helping to lead the charge to increase male enrollment at the university, all the while forging collaborative partnerships with the surrounding community. Responding to a crisis The charge from Dr. .

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MARCH 11, 2024

While speaking on his administration’s accomplishments in his last four years of service, Biden also addressed what he called “the future of possibilities we can build together.” The speech] was very fiery,” said Dr. Pietro A. Sasso, an associate professor of higher education at Delaware State University, an HBCU in Dover. Dr. Royel M.

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JUNE 12, 2023

The pandemic hit when they were freshmen and many students endured over a year of remote learning, with limited access to school counseling services and extracurricular activities. The high school class of 2023 had an experience that was inevitably shaped by COVID-19. One third of students changed their thoughts about two or more choices.

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MAY 17, 2023

They had money from Train for Jobs SA (TFJSA), a city-funded pandemic-era program to help unemployed or underemployed San Antonio residents retrain for high-demand careers. Medical assistants are critical to the operation of doctor’s offices, hospitals, and clinics. Nine of them were female, and nine were over 25.

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JANUARY 17, 2024

Upon joining AmeriCorps to serve with College Possible, many coaches express their intention to utilize their service term as a valuable opportunity for self-reflection and career exploration. Originally, Jerry had planned to go to law school to pursue a career in corporate law after completing his term of service.

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Unfortunately, this sentiment holds true for far too many children who enter Kindergarten already behind their peers in terms of literacy skills and too many continue to fall further behind by the time they reach the crucial third-grade mark. In the words of Dr. Benjamin E.

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FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Since its founding, Achieving the Dream has been focused on helping institutions deliver more equitable results in student success. In recent years we have recognized the need to go beyond incremental changes and help institutions recognize our nation’s persistent racism to create more equitable institutions. Francesca I.

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FEBRUARY 16, 2024

If you’re interviewing for a role as an AmeriCorps service member, or you’ve already landed a service position with College Possible, you may want to learn more about our organization. While the College Possible headquarters is in Saint Paul, MN, we have eight service site locations across the country. What is College Possible?

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FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Upon completion of their term of service, AmeriCorps members can use the Segal Education Award to repay qualified student loans and pay the costs of attendance at eligible institutions and training programs. The maximum award is equivalent to the maximum Pell grant for the year your national service position is approved.

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