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5 Strategies for Better Supporting Multilingual Learners
At community colleges and four-year institutions, faculty and staff members should take steps to help English language learners develop a sense of belonging that builds on their strengths to promote success.
New Report Challenges Conventional Wisdom on Economic Mobility
U.S. Forces For-Profit Chain to Dismiss CEO, CFO
The move is part of an “unprecedented” settlement agreement that will officially shutter Florida Career College and allow the parent company’s remaining colleges to access federal financial aid, but with stricter rules.
My Colleagues Stayed Silent When Oct. 7 Was Called a ‘Beautiful Day’
Deborah Gerhardt reflects on a UNC faculty body’s decision not to weigh in on a guest speaker’s comments.
Maryland Community Colleges Face $22M Budget Cut
Governor Wes Moore says his budget proposal is a response to declining enrollment and will “rein in” spending. Community college advocates say it will have wide-ranging negative consequences.
Lawmakers Move to Reconstitute an HBCU’s Board
Legislators have considered eliminating Tennessee State University’s board entirely, but an alternative would remake it.
Academic Success Tip: Use Improv to Teach Communication Skills
A faculty member at Paul Smith’s College incorporates improvisation exercises into his business courses to teach empathetic listening, collaborative discussion and flexibility.
A Rise in Hyperspecialized Catholic Colleges and Trade Schools
A handful of new Catholic institutions and trade schools are emerging and experimenting with new models as many of their established peers suffer enrollment woes.