the college spy

SEPTEMBER 18, 2022

The College Spy periodically welcomes guest blogs from other experts and thought leaders on topics we believe will be of interest to parents and students on the journey from high school to higher education. Good News, Parents: Lessons to Ease the Transition to College Can be Taught!

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BestColleges

JUNE 15, 2023

Prison education should be the "foundation" of planning for reentry, according to a new report by the New England Commission on the Future of Higher Education in Prison. Prison education has been shown to decrease recidivism rates. This can hamper their progress toward earning a degree.

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EAB

JUNE 1, 2023

Blogs 3 considerations for prison education programs What you need to know ahead of July’s restoration of Second Chance Pell grants Given the restoration of Pell Grant funding for incarcerated students expected in July 2023 , many institutions are beginning to develop plans for Prison Education Programs (PEPs).

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Ruffaloni

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

This blog was co-authored with Derek Flynn and Adam Connolly We have had many disruptors in higher education over the last several years, and this year, we have a new one that will have a major impact on financial aid awarding: the Student Aid Index. Keep exploring strategies for the SAI transition This is a lot to process.

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College Transitions

APRIL 2, 2023

Academic Influence is an organization run by a team of academics and data scientists that uses a legitimate methodology to rank colleges as well as other higher education professional organizations such as college admissions consulting.

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Ruffaloni

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

In the last few months, direct admissions programs at Niche, the College Board, and even state-run higher education programs have received renewed media attention. Supporters of direct admissions believe that participation in direct admission programs help more students see that a college education isn’t out of reach.

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Ruffaloni

DECEMBER 8, 2022

In addition, counselors said mental and emotional health was their primary job focus, and parents shared their worries about how mental and emotional health issues might impact their students’ lives and transition into college and adulthood. . There’s a crack in the door,” U.S.

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HEM (Higher Education Marketing)

MARCH 4, 2024

RU Student Life created the Road to Ryerson blog, featuring the experiences of five first-year students, to help frosh ease the transition. Private social networks help students interact with peers and upperclassmen to ease the transition to university. Which social media tactics have improved your enrollment conversions?

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BestColleges

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Last year, PepsiCo donated $400,000 to Bunker Hill Community College in Boston to expand Black and Hispanic student access to higher education. The universities selected each take different approaches to remove the burden of where students' next meal is coming from and return the focus to their education," the press release said.

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iSchoolConnect

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Introduction International academics and researchers, particularly those transitioning from postdoctoral posts to professorships, have opted to study abroad in Germany. The allure […] The post Study abroad in Germany | Its rise and challenges appeared first on Study Abroad Blogs | All about universities, programs, tests, & more!

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iSchoolConnect

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Seeking higher education abroad? Furthermore, It’s a pivotal moment in your educational journey, marking the transition from applicant to prospective […] The post A Guide to Conditional, Unconditional, and Deferred offer letters appeared first on Study Abroad Blogs | All about universities, programs, tests, & more!

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BestColleges

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

A Missouri community college will increase its investment in a program aiding autistic students' transition to college. MSU-WP's ASCEND program provides one-on-one counseling, tutoring, and a separate ASCEND class to help autistic students make the transition to higher education.

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EAB

AUGUST 31, 2023

Subsequently, many nursing schools are challenged to transition their NP programs to the DNP level to meet the market need and satisfy stakeholders. Interested in the Rising Higher Education Leaders Fellowship? Participating in the EAB Rising Higher Education Leaders Fellowship was a valuable experience that will be treasured.

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BestColleges

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

The full-length, 120-credit program is free and aims to equip incarcerated people with the educational tools they'll need to help them succeed upon reentering society. Prison education programs have been shown to reduce recidivism, or reoffending. Real World Education Currently, all program participants take three 2.5-hour

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BestColleges

JANUARY 25, 2023

The Department of Education announced $30 million in new awards going to colleges and universities. The Department of Education (ED) revealed a list of 38 colleges and universities set to receive funds from grant programs to improve outcomes for underrepresented students. ED made 15 awards worth over $8.5

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HEM (Higher Education Marketing)

OCTOBER 5, 2022

Keeping things simple, using direct cuts and built-in transitions provided by a basic video editing tool can be enough to convey what you may be envisioning. . For those on an Apple computer, iMovie is a great free option with lots of controls and transitions to explore and play with. Source: Conestoga College Continuing Education.

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Inside Emory Admission

APRIL 15, 2024

My biggest piece of advice to high school students transitioning to higher education is to know your worth as not only a student but a human as well. You deserve the best education and opportunities available and the college process is simply about finding a great match that can provide you with that!

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BestColleges

DECEMBER 5, 2023

As college students embrace artificial intelligence, higher education can play a pivotal role in closing the AI skills gap. The survey notes that the rapid transition to an AI-enabled workforce has created a labor market shortage for AI talent. Employers are looking for skilled AI workers but are having trouble filling roles.

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Georgia Tech Admissions Blog

APRIL 2, 2024

According to the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), in 2022, over one million degree-seeking undergraduate students were enrolled as transfer students. These experiences will help you prepare to take advantage of similar opportunities when you transition to another institution.

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The Enrollment Marketer

APRIL 17, 2024

If your CRM doesn’t make this an easy task, you may want to consider upgrading or augmenting your tech stack, like using HubSpot for higher education in addition to application-based CRMs. Then you can have variable fields displayed for prospects based on previous data captured. They're savvier than ever.

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BestColleges

APRIL 13, 2023

Her mother said the experience has allowed her to live independently, engage in university clubs and activities, learn self-advocacy skills, and begin to pursue her passion for working with children and athletes in education. It's not just important for her to know she can go to college and continue her education," Sandy Donahoe said.

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EAB

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Beginning July 2023, over 700,000 incarcerated adults will become Pell Grant eligible , enabling qualified students to pursue federally funded college education for the first time since the 1990s. The History of Higher Ed for Incarcerated Students. There is strong interest among incarcerated students for educational programing.

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BestColleges

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

South is changing, and politics is playing a key role in the transition. Higher education has been a battleground for free speech, academic freedom, and divisive topics in the South in recent years. Failure to do so may result in a significant brain drain and a decline in the quality of higher education in these states."

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Cornell University Undergraduate Admissions Office

APRIL 14, 2023

an organization that fosters community awareness of Latinx culture through educational, cultural, and social programming. As a first-generation college student, I understand the challenges many students face, and I wanted to close some of the educational gaps in the community. During my freshman year, I joined M.E.Ch.A.,

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BestColleges

APRIL 12, 2024

While I am encouraged with the progress I have seen from many institutions of higher education in implementing SB 17, I am deeply concerned with the possibility that many institutions may choose to merely rename their offices or employee titles," Creighton wrote.

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EAB

AUGUST 23, 2023

Review these 7 aspects of your basic needs strategy before the semester begins Community colleges play a vital role in higher education, offering affordable and accessible pathways to academic and professional success. Blogs Are you meeting students’ basic needs? Why do we need a basic needs infrastructure? Ready to find out more?

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Ruffaloni

JANUARY 18, 2024

Transitioning from high school to college is a monumental step in a young person’s life. This transition is marked by a whirlwind of emotions, including excitement, anticipation, and a healthy dose of stress and fear for many. These concerns can significantly impact their overall college experience and well-being.

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BestColleges

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Pre-orientation programs help incoming students transition into a higher education environment. In addition to creating a smoother transition for incoming students, pre-orientation programs provide insight into campus life and academic and social resources. Engaging incoming students in various social-learning activities.

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EAB

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

We are also in a moment of extreme transition as we emerge from the pandemic and struggle to understand its ripple effects. They also reasoned that they could reduce attrition by catching and helping students struggling with the difficult transition to college. There are four emerging lineages that we are monitoring: 1.

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EAB

AUGUST 9, 2023

The culminating experience for the EAB Rising Higher Education Leaders Fellowship was the capstone project that substantively contributed to the fellows’ professional advancement and helped solve a pressing challenge facing their home institutions. The topics covered included student success, budget models, change management, and more.

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Berkeley² Academy

MARCH 2, 2023

However, we are now seeing admission rates dropping at public universities, which traditionally have been required to provide higher education to the residents of their respective states. Prior to this transition, these universities exclusively used the Apply Texas application portal.

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BestColleges

JANUARY 23, 2023

Higher education is one of the world's most important institutions because it truly has an ability to have a positive impact on the world, and the world needs St. Thomas became the first Division III institution in the modern NCAA to transition directly to Division I sports competition in 2021. For 138 years, St.

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BestColleges

JULY 13, 2023

The following data comes from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). The Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico offers 70 bachelor's degrees, and the school holds accreditation by the Council on Higher Education of Puerto Rico and the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

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Admissions.Blog

APRIL 24, 2023

It’s a bit of a hassle, but it’s worth it to join the global network of students seeking education around the world. It’s a lot of work, but for those who are determined to see the world and further their education, its well worth the effort. What Are The Latest Trends In International Admissions?

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BestColleges

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Furthermore, a study by the American Council on Education suggests that 55% of college presidents plan on stepping down after five years of service. She also cited the political climate surrounding education and dealing with state legislators, adding that not every president is good at or wants to play political games.

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EAB

JANUARY 12, 2023

Between a pandemic, a national racial reckoning, and increasing challenges to the higher education business model, student affairs leaders have spent the past few years looking for ways to innovate and collaborate more effectively across the cabinet. 6 ways leaders are rethinking their student affairs organizational charts in 2023.

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BestColleges

JANUARY 18, 2024

Some liberal arts colleges enable students to tack on certificates to help them transition to the job market. Fewer students march lockstep through higher education full time on a linear path, and industries continually change what knowledge and skills they require of employees. It used to be so simple. Earn a bachelor's degree.

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