The fairness of race in admissions is again under question. A lawsuit brought against Harvard University by the nonprofit Students for Fair Admissions contends the institution systematically discriminates against Asian-American applicants. This is compounded by Harvard's 2013 internal investigation that found the Asian-American representation in its student population would increase from its current 19 percent to 43 […]
Minority-serving colleges and universities deserve more political and financial support as they provide the greatest degree of upward mobility for low-income students, says a new report from the American Council on Education (ACE). In an analysis of post-graduation incomes, the organization found these schools—which include Hispanic-serving institutions and historically black colleges and universities—move low-income students […]
A dramatic gap in wages exists between Americans with college degrees and those without them. African-American and Latino students enroll in and graduate from college at considerably lower rates than do white and Asian students, even as they represent a larger share of the nation's students. One strategy to address this challenge has been to […]
Although marijuana is still prohibited by federal law, nine states allow its recreational use and 30 permit medical use. Marijuana also remains the most popular drug among college students, according to the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration. Nearly every higher ed campus bans the drug to protect federal Title IV funding, yet institutions still have to […]
Like their peers on campus, students enrolled in online programs benefit when they feel included in a community and supported by their institution. Colleges cater to this population by offering in-person special events and extended office hours so students can find the mix of help they need to succeed. It appears such efforts are needed. […]
Washington State University's step-by-step process for marijuana violations: 1. Attend cannabis workshop. Link to main story: College campuses cope with increased marijuana legalization 2. Complete marijuana eCheckup To Go online assessment. Once finished, results direct students to either: – Attend a second, more intensive cannabis workshop OR – Schedule a one-on-one educational meeting with counseling services
What do you see as the biggest barrier to community colleges enrolling more international students? "Community colleges need to focus not just on recruiting international students but retaining the ones already enrolled. Understanding who these students are and proactively engaging with them creates a stronger reputation and will ultimately attract more international students to that […]
Academics The mantra of "if you build it, they will come" has a bit of truth when recruiting international students to community colleges. "The most fundamental thing that we do is make sure we're providing quality programs, because the best way to attract new students is through word of mouth," says Denise Kinsella, interim dean of […]
What is the biggest challenge administrators have fostering trusting relationships between students and faculty? What's the most innovative way you've seen a college tackle this challenge? "Engaging in communication is the foundation of any trusting relationship, yet this is often difficult for students and faculty to do. There are generational gaps and technology changes constantly. […]
