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Biden Administration Grants $93 Million to HBCUs, TCCUs, MSIs

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The Biden administration is awarding $93 million in grants to 20 institutions serving historically excluded students throughout the nation. Department of Education (ED) announced Dec. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona said in the press release. RDI grant recipients include: Hampton University (HBCU in Virginia) — $4.96

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USDA Grants $33M to Support Projects at 19 Land-Grant HBCUs

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The grants will help fund curriculum design, faculty development, student recruitment and retention, and research. There are 19 1890 land-grant historically Black colleges and universities, including private institution Tuskegee University. What Are 1890 Land-Grant Institutions?

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Basic Needs Assistance Bolstered College Student Retention: Report

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Southern New Hampshire University students who received basic needs assistance from the school saw higher retention rates. SNHU distributed a total of $107 million in Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund grants to 51,257 qualifying learners to help with basic needs during the pandemic.

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Best One-Year Master’s in Education Programs for 2023

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Master's in education programs prepare students for education related careers, often at the K-12 levels. If you want to enroll in a master's in education program , it could lead to credibility, competitiveness, or a higher salary. What is an Online Master's in Education Program?

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Remembering Dr. Lee Noel

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Lee was a remarkable leader who left a lasting mark on higher education and in our hearts. Lee had a lifelong dedication to higher education, both as a professional and as a student. He would go on to create the ACT National Center for the Advancement of Educational Practices, serving as the executive director.

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Top 10 HBCUs for Early Childhood Education

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According to the figures from the National Center for Education Statistics , only about 7% of public school teachers are Black. Underrepresentation of Black teachers in early childhood education can have negative implications for students' identity development and the perpetuation of cultural stereotypes and biases.

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What Drives Graduate Student Enrollment Decisions?

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Knowing why students make the decisions they do can guide you toward refinements to their experiences as enrolled students that can lead to better retention and completion once they enroll. RNL collects data on enrollment decision priorities both among prospective graduate students and enrolled graduate students.