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Compton College Addresses Student Homelessness and Basic Needs

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

This moment inspired Joshua Jackson and Dayshawn Louden, then student leaders at Compton College, to begin campaigning and advocating for student housing and increased basic needs on campus. Louden says that their roles as campus leaders positioned them to advocate for their fellow students and the longevity of the institution.

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Survey: Campus facilities' impact on student success

Inside Higher Ed

Image: A common concern among campus facilities directors has long been not having a seat at the table of top institutional officials. In other words, facilities leaders shouldn’t just be brought in to execute building projects after details have already been determined. Don’t give up that seat.” block:block=176].

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Transforming Education in the Age of AI: Challenges and Opportunities

HEPI

Therefore, I advocate that education should not merely be a three- or four-year programme but rather the starting point of a lifelong journey encompassing both depth and breadth of learning in knowledge and skills.

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In defence of international education 

HEPI

I’ve also received awards for my work on education innovation, as an advocate for women in STEM and as a proudly LGBTQ+ leader in education. International students have cross-subsidised facilities, subjects and research for years but that doesn’t make their presence a risk in itself. I’ve travelled a long way.

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IHEP’s Value Data Collaborative Helps Colleges, States Build Connections and Work Toward Equitable Outcomes

IHEP

If disparities in post-graduation earnings emerge, we can advocate for stronger financial aid policies, expand career services, or refine programs to better support workforce needs,” said Natalie Cartwright , Director and Chief Data Officer. Value Data Collaborative participants use state and institutional data to spark real change.

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Colby College Residence Halls Named After Four Alumnae

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Jane Powers, ’86, an advocate for LGBTQIA+ rights, was the first woman to chair the Board of Trustees. Jacqueline Núñez, ’61, advocated for the college to enact a non-discrimination clause before it became standard in higher education. The facilities, home to some 200 students, opened during the 2022-23 academic year.

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Higher ed market: Is it too hard to open a new college?

University Business

More from UB: How this year cast doubt on 2 higher ed myths Should you feel compelled to lobby your state leaders to make the higher ed market more competitive, here’s what Cooper argues you should be advocating for: 1. “Reduce inputs-based requirements for new colleges.” “Focus on consumer protections.”

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