Faculty Focus

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Assistive Technologies: Integrating assistive technologies, such as screen readers and speech-to-text tools, can enhance accessibility for students with disabilities. Scholarships targeting specific demographics, such as first-generation students or those from low-income backgrounds, can help bridge the gap.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

In a groundbreaking achievement that marks a significant milestone for historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), Howard University has become the first HBCU to receive the prestigious Research One (R1) Carnegie Classification, placing it among the nation's most elite research institutions.

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The PIE News

JANUARY 16, 2023

The number of African students studying in colleges and universities in Turkey has risen significantly over the past few years. During a December 2021 summit with African heads of state, president Recep Tayyip Erdoğan disclosed that Turkey had awarded 14,000 scholarships to African students, and had trained close to 250 African diplomats.

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Inside Higher Ed

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Image: A group of students at Morehouse College who recently learned they would not be getting scholarship funds they expected and believed they were entitled to receive are demanding change and clarity about the institution’s scholarship policies. Ayden Clark-Veal is one of those students.

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Helix Education

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Millions of students and families are caught in a middle-class crunch for affording college. Among middle-income families: 71% report loan concerns actively impacting college selection. What are their college planning experiences? Which college planning topics do they value the most? How many plan to borrow?

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The PIE News

JANUARY 2, 2024

So when he received a fully-funded scholarship to study over 3,000 miles away at the University of Edinburgh, he couldn’t believe it – and, at first, his family didn’t. “My Ngwambe is one of the nearly 45,000 young Africans who has received a scholarship from the Mastercard Foundation. “I My mum thought it was a scam,” he laughs. “It

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Inside Higher Ed

JANUARY 20, 2023

In the spring of 2022, at least 15 colleges and universities , including my own, Alfred University, jointly awarded honorary degrees during our commencement exercises. Scholarships, for example, are an especially effective means to help Ukrainians build a better future for their nation.

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Inside Higher Ed

MARCH 30, 2023

What’s the need: The Fordham Housing Fund is specifically for students in the Collegiate Science and Technology Entry Program ( CSTEP ). How it works: Each year, rising juniors in CSTEP apply for a scholarship from the fund. After, CSTEP staff select the nine scholarship recipients for the upcoming academic year.

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Liaison International

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

However, inspired by historical examples of resilience in the face of adversity, graduate enrollment leaders can overcome these limitations by adopting innovative strategies, forging strong partnerships, and embracing technology. Technology also encourages the development of strong, long-term partnerships.

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The PIE News

DECEMBER 30, 2024

” Historically, much of this outbound mobility has been, and continues to be, driven by the Saudi’s government scholarship program the King Abdullah Scholarship program. In recent years, Vision 2030 Saudi’s national economic and social transformation program has meant the sending of students has been more focused.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

To earn the Seal of Excelencia a college or university must demonstrate an intentional, institutional focus on advancing Latino student success by aligning data and practice. Lastly, a college or university’s commitment must be sustained over time. and graduate 19%.

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Inside Higher Ed

JANUARY 26, 2023

Not by admissions selectivity or even by their contribution to social mobility, but, rather, their impact on the growth of knowledge and technological and scientific advancement? Would it be judged on scholarship, influence, or some other elements? Blog: Higher Ed Gamma What if we ranked universities not by inputs but by outputs?

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

And the stakes couldn’t be higher for historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), which for generations have punched above their weight. They award 24% of all bachelor’s degrees received by African Americans in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields. We collectively have that opportunity now.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

AUGUST 11, 2024

million gift upon Howard Community College in support of programming and scholarships in its science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) division. million gift upon Howard Community College to help support it science, technology, engineering, and mathematics division.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 18, 2024

Spelman College has received a historic $100 million gift. The Atlanta-based institution was founded in 1881 and is considered a leading liberal arts college and global leader in the education of women of African descent. in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM).

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

López "I've been in the classroom on and off, but I've been supporting youth and students in different ways throughout that time,” says López, who is starting a new chapter of her career as a tenured associate professor in educational leadership and policy in the University of Arizona College of Education. I'm a first-generation student.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 12, 2024

has awarded a $100 million unrestricted grant to support the United Negro College Fund’s capital campaign. The United Negro College Fund comprises 37 member colleges and universities in support of students’ education and development through scholarships and other programs. United Negro College Fund Inc.

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Coursera blog

MAY 16, 2024

Each entry-level Professional Certificate on Coursera teaches learners the job-ready skills needed to kickstart a new career in a matter of months, no college degree or prior experience required. These scholarships are available to everyone, with women and marginalized communities as top priorities. Available now. Source: Lightcast.

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Campus Technology

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

The Ellucian Foundation, the charitable arm of the Ellucian higher education technology solutions company, has announced its 2022 award of $500,000 in PATH (Progress, Accomplishment, Thriving, and Hope) scholarships to 35 historically Black colleges and universities and minority-serving institutions across the United States.

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Inside Higher Ed

OCTOBER 13, 2022

Image: Scholars have called a proposal by the Indian Institutes of Technology to quadruple their international student intake by 2025 “feasible” but say they will first need to decide whether they are willing to lower entry requirements for nonlocal applicants.

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Coursera blog

OCTOBER 14, 2024

With the increase in digital media consumption and advent of new technologies, Goldman Sachs predicts the creator economy could approach half a trillion dollars by 2027. We’re excited to partner with Coursera to provide accessible education pathways and scholarships to help individuals stand out in the modern workforce.”

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Helix Education

DECEMBER 17, 2024

When it comes to choosing a college, the sticker price can be a major turnoff. Source: 2024 Prospective Family Engagement Report But what does this mean for colleges and universities, and how can they help families look beyond the sticker shock to understand the true affordability of a degree?

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Insight Into Diversity

JANUARY 3, 2024

College professors aren’t the only ones exploring ways AI can help them serve students more efficiently. According to a recent survey by Intelligent, 50% of admissions offices are using AI to streamline some of their screening processes, a number that is only expected to grow as the technology for algorithms and machine learning improves.

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Insight Into Diversity

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

The University of Wyoming (UW) and five community colleges in the state are building a faculty network to share best practices and make science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education more inclusive. This article was published in our March 2023 issue.

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Insight Into Diversity

APRIL 5, 2023

Sixteen of the nation’s top universities and colleges have joined forces on a new initiative to aid rural students in obtaining an undergraduate degree. The Small Town and Rural Students (STARS) College Network will enhance pathways to college for students who may not be aware of all available educational opportunities.

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University Business

MARCH 14, 2025

The Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights is investigating over 50 colleges and universities for potentially violating Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, according to a press release. The second set of six institutions face potential Title VI violation for their use of race-based scholarships.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 24, 2023

Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCUs) have been in existence for over 50 years, serving not only Native American and Alaskan Native students but anyone from the rural communities where they reside. The 35 TCUs in the U.S. train future teachers, nurses, engineers, and more. and improve American lives with progressive ideas.

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University Business

MARCH 16, 2023

It’s no secret applying to college is a stressful time in both the applicants’ and parents’ lives. Massachusetts Institute of Technology 1. Harvard College (MA) 3. Harvard College (MA) 3. Massachusetts Institute of Technology 6. Here are the results: Student Pick: Parent Pick: 1.

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EAB

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Appily combines EAB’s suite of student services into a one-stop destination where visitors can discover colleges, take virtual tours, find scholarships, explore majors, and match with schools. The Appily site is free for students. For more information on Appily and its features, please visit appily.com.

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Insight Into Diversity

JANUARY 18, 2024

Spelman College, a private women’s liberal arts college in Atlanta, has received the largest single donation ever awarded to an HBCU (historically Black college or university). We are invigorated and inspired by this incredible act of generosity,” said Helene Gayle, president of Spelman College.

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HEMJ (Higher Ed Marketing Journal)

AUGUST 7, 2023

The Digital University Ecosystem: Engaging and Supporting Students With Technology The modern student makes meaningful contact with a prospective college or university before they ever set foot on its campus. Does this school provide the technology infrastructure and support resources that will allow them to be successful?

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

AUGUST 6, 2024

Morehouse College has received an anonymous, $20 million gift to expand academic programs and professorships at the college. At Morehouse, we are developing men with integrity and intellect to become 21st-century leaders and innovators,” said Provost Dr. Kendrick Brown.

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The PIE News

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Weeks noted that though international exchange was included in the speech, it only comprised a small section and was the last topic to be addressed by Xi, following calls for political education, education modernisation, promoting equality of educational opportunities and improving the quality of vocational colleges.

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University Business

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

Students feel positive about how colleges and universities will launch online and hybrid programs in the future but are less enthusiastic about taking online courses themselves. These are the major findings from the 2022 CIN EdTech Student Survey by the College Innovation Network at Western Governors University. Is yours among them?

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HEPI

JANUARY 16, 2025

Economic Transformation analyzes whether a country has the infrastructure, investment power, and talent available to transition to industries driven by AI, digital transformation, green technologies and high-skilled work. The three co-founders meet while studying at University College London.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 20, 2023

Federal support, funding opportunities, and advice were the topics of discussion at a Virginia Union University (VUU) webinar about STEM research at Historically Black colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Moore listed numerous NSF scholarships and programs beneficial to HBCU research in fields including STEM, data science, and computing.

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EdTech Magazine - Higher Education

JULY 14, 2023

High school students work hard to get into college.

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