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 It was too good to be true.”

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

AUGUST 15, 2024

McMickens’s scholarship centers on historically marginalized and underserved populations that suffer from inequities, particularly in higher education. The research is rich and ever-manifesting on college campuses for McMickens, an associate professor of higher education and the director of the M.S.Ed. Dr. Tryan L.

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The Chronicle of Higher Education

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

By Nell Gluckman Winthrop University has pursued several nontraditional sports, including cornhole, disc golf, and esports, as a way to recruit students beyond its region.

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The PIE News

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

While Indian universities use a wide range of exams such as JEE, CUET, NEET, and more, in accordance with the courses they have to offer, many private institutions are increasingly favouring the SAT. Rushi Sheth, Vice President (International), College Board, highlighted the importance of expanding opportunities for Indian students.

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Insight Into Diversity

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

McNair, a Black astronaut who died in the Challenger space shuttle disaster, the primary goal of the program is to support low-income and first-generation college students, as well as those from underrepresented racial and ethnic groups, in their graduate education. Named in honor of Ronald E.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

The HBCU Week Foundation has received a $300,000 scholarship fund from Barclays US Consumer Bank to support students attending five select HBCUs. Fifth Media The five schools are Delaware State University, Hampton University, Spelman College, Morehouse College, and Howard University. "We

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The PIE News

JUNE 6, 2024

The head of international relations at Bishop’s Stortford College told The PIE News that while international student recruitment shouldn’t be too heavily impacted by the VAT policy, some cost-conscious markets may need more convincing. The general election will be held on July 4, with Labour currently frontrunners in the polls.

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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. Applications are open now.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

education or universities, specifically. However, there is a network of tribally run colleges and universities that are the ongoing extension of those sovereignties as well as key vehicles for continuing to liberate the sovereign potential. These priorities often are not the focus in U.S.

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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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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Vanderbilt University is expanding its nationally recognized no-loan financial aid program, known as Opportunity Vanderbilt. Scholarship recipient families also, typically receive Opportunity Vanderbilt awards greater than full tuition to support housing, food, travel, and other college expenses, according to Douglas L.

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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.

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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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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 17, 2024

Drexel University is offering tuition at half the cost for students who have earned an associate degree from any accredited community college in the U.S. Now, the university is expanding the program to benefit community college graduates across the country. cumulative GPA. cumulative GPA.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 5, 2024

It’s not an everyday occurrence when a community college leader gets a phone call telling them their institution will receive an influx of funding in the millions. when MacKenzie Scott, one of the richest women in the world, decided to make a major investment in community colleges.

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Inside Higher Ed

JULY 30, 2024

As a first-generation college student attending Michigan State University in the ’80s, I easily qualified for a full Pell Grant and a full state scholarship. A timeworn tradition that needs to go. I also experienced food insecurity. From September through May, I lived on campus and ate in the cafeteria in Akers Hall.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

The University of La Verne is joining the African American Male Education Network & Development Organization (A2MEND) in a partnership aimed at fostering educational opportunities and supporting the academic journey of its students and members. Award amounts will vary depending on program and incoming student status.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 12, 2024

The Utah Prison Education Project (UPEP) at the University of Utah is admitting its first cohort of fifteen degree-seeking students incarcerated at the Utah State Correctional Facility. Hollis Robbins, dean of Utah’s College of Humanities. Frankie Laanan, dean of Utah’s College of Education. “It

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Rutgers University-Newark chancellor and social psychologist Dr. Nancy E. Cantor will soon embark on a new journey to lead Hunter College, the largest college in the City University of New York (CUNY) system. This is a magnanimous opportunity for Hunter College,” Eatman said. Both of her parents are CUNY alums.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

With higher education costs rising since the turn of the century, some question whether a college degree has the value it once did. Brooks II College graduates also continue to enjoy higher employment rates than their peers and are more likely to hold positions that include benefits such as health insurance and a retirement plan.

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The PIE News

JUNE 13, 2024

Designed to cater to all stakeholders in the education sector, MetaApply’s ecosystem simplifies the international education journey from university shortlisting to student enrolment, offering unparalleled support and resources for universities and study abroad agents. Why partner with MetaApply?

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

a retired Xavier University of Louisiana professor who was deeply committed to increasing the number of Black medical doctors in the United States, passed away over the weekend. The university created the JW Carmichael, Jr. He was a great man, educator, advisor, and friend to so many who studied at our beloved Xavier University.

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University Business

MARCH 18, 2024

Davenport University (Mich.) and Mercy College (N.Y.) The high velocity of Latinx growth in the United States represents a great opportunity for higher education leaders looking to defy projected enrollment declines due to a drop in college-aged adults.

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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 29, 2024

Rhodes College has announced its membership to the American Talent Initiative (ATI) collective. Jennifer Collins “I am grateful to have the opportunity to engage with other colleges and universities dedicated to expanding access and opportunity,” said Rhodes College President Dr. Jennifer Collins.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

DePauw University has received its largest gift yet in the form of $200 million in support of its strategic plan. Adding in this substantial gift, the university’s strategic plan has raised $240 million in major gifts. higher ed institution.

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University Business

AUGUST 20, 2024

Informed higher ed leaders like yourselves aim to keep your fingers on the pulse of what’s on college students’ minds as the school year gets underway. What are college students’ job prospects? The post What college students worry about. appeared first on University Business. Or do you already know?

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Inside Higher Ed

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

College Park president Darryll Pines has requested an independent review into allegations that he lifted a portion of a tutorial website for two papers. The University of Maryland at College Park will review the scholarship of President Darryll Pines—at his request—following allegations that he plagiarized portions of two papers.

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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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University Business

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

But at the beginning of this new fall semester, colleges across the country are reporting big turnarounds. The University of Arkansas, for example, has welcomed a record number of students this school year, topping 32,000. gain in first-time college students, thanks in part to an 8.9%

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 8, 2024

The profile of the average community college student is changing. While two-year institutions still have significant populations of adult students and people desirous of enhancing their career options, there is a growing number of first-time college students, age 18 to 22, that are seeking a traditional college experience.

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The Guardian - Higher Education

MARCH 26, 2024

Universities in England could be told to terminate their arrangements with foreign countries if freedom of speech and academic freedom is undermined, the government’s free speech tsar has said. University A accepts international students on visiting scholarships funded by the government of country B.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Berencea Johnson Eanes has been named the next president of California State University, Los Angeles. Eanes currently serves as president of York College, City University of New York. “I am honored to join this outstanding university and its vibrant and diverse campus community,” Eanes said. "I

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Insight Into Diversity

OCTOBER 7, 2024

This new program is the first of its kind in Utah and aims to simplify and streamline the college admissions process for students and families across the state. That could be anywhere from a tech college up to the four-year universities,” she added.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 12, 2023

The department – housed in the Weinberg College of Arts and Sciences – is making the change to better reflect the range of its scholarship and teaching, according to the formal name change proposal. The change will become official in the next few months, pending final trustee approval. specific.

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University Business

AUGUST 9, 2024

As a university leader, you’re well aware of how families are paying for college. The annual “How America Pays for College 2024” report from lender Sallie Mae breaks down some of the finer details. Small numbers even transferred to another college or university or considered switching to a lower-cost school.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 29, 2023

The New York Knicks partnered with Verizon to honor historically Black college and universities (HBCUs) Mar. 27, with one 18-year-old high school senior from Harlem receiving a scholarship, Patch reported. Her $60,000 Garden of Dreams Inspire Scholarship will go towards attending an HBCU of her choice.

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