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👩🏫✨ Offering associate degrees at four-year universities could potentially impact enrollment at community colleges. We must focus on our strengths and the vital role we play in our communities. Community colleges could respond by 1) Emphasizing specialized programs and certifications that cater to local workforce needs and providing training that might not be available at universities. 2) Building stronger partnerships and transfer agreements with four-year institutions to ensure smooth transitions for students who want to continue their education beyond the associate level. 3) Providing flexible scheduling, online courses, and support services tailored to the needs of non-traditional students, minorities, working adults, and those seeking shorter-term credentials. 4) Offering comprehensive academic and career advising, tutoring, and support services to help students succeed academically and professionally. 5) Highlighting the advantages of community college education, such as smaller class sizes, more personalized attention from faculty, and lower tuition costs compared to four-year universities. 6) Collaborating with local businesses and industries to develop internship and job placement opportunities, demonstrating the value of community college education in preparing students. ✨👩🎓👨🎓👨🏽🎓🧑🏼🎓🎓✨

Blurring the lines between "two-years" and "four-years" is a #StudentSuccess initiative. Student success is about centering whatever gets the students that an institution claims to serve from where they are now to where they want to be. Sometimes that means rewriting the rules. The rule that told us that community colleges aren't capable of delivering well-rounded curricular offerings should have been thrown out a long time ago. The rule about four-year universities having a duty to academic knowledge for its own sake without regard to practical application? Toss that one, too. Let's let students show us what postsecondary education is supposed to look like. #HigherEd

Trinity University has been named a Best Value College for 2024 by The Princeton Review, receiving a stellar score of 91/99 for Return on Investment (ROI). Out of more than 650 colleges and universities surveyed, Trinity is one of 209 institutions recognized as “outstanding” by Princeton Review, and also received a designation as a Top-50 Best Value College among private schools. The ROI ratings are determined by more than 40 data points that cover academic quality, affordability, and career prep. Trinity’s spot on both these Best Value lists, along with its impressive ROI metric, speaks to the University’s unique ability to deliver big-school opportunities, connections, and resources paired with a small-school environment, dedicated support system, and personalized faculty mentorship and teaching. Simply put, Trinity can provide value to the whole student across every element of their life. #enduringexcellence #intentionalinclusion #perpetualdiscovery #tigerpride

Does An Ivy League Degree Matter? As May 1,the top college admission deadline approaches, many high school students are left wondering if an Ivy League degree really matters. This year, Ivy League colleges saw a record number of applicants, with Yale University and Dartmouth College receiving more applications than ever before. It's no surprise that the draw of academic excellence, prestigious reputation, robust alumni networks, and diverse activities and opportunities on campus are what attract so many students to these renowned universities. But does an Ivy League degree really matter in the long run? #education #IvyLeague #collegeadmissions #infosconnect Benefits Of Attending An Ivy League School Robust Alumni Network Diverse Resources Earning Potential And Employability Disadvantages Of Ivy League Schools Other Schools Are Of Comparable Caliber No Merit Scholarships High Tuition Costs Competitive Environment (3.59% acceptance) https://lnkd.in/gTREtWSm

Just came across this fascinating article on Public Ivies, Little Ivies, and other Ivy League equivalents. Here are some highlights and thought-provoking questions: - Did you know about the concept of "Public Ivies" offering Ivy League education at a public university price? Which of these schools surprised you the most? - The distinction between the "Little Ivies" and the Ivy League in terms of student body size and focus on undergraduate education is intriguing. What do you think are the benefits of attending a smaller, more specialized institution? - The "Hidden Ivies" also offer a premier liberal arts education. What factors do you think contribute to the "hidden" nature of these colleges? - The idea of "Ivy Plus" schools including other top-ranked private institutions raises the question - what defines a prestigious university beyond just academic excellence and selectivity? Share your insights and reflections on this eye-opening piece! https://lnkd.in/gKj5ejuj

New insights from a recent study on first-gen college students' experiences reveal crucial themes and recommendations for higher education leaders. From the importance of financial aid to the power of living-learning communities, the study highlights ways to enhance support and success for these trailblazing students. Explore the full article to learn more about the unique challenges and triumphs of first-gen students. https://lnkd.in/gb7kVfyS #HigherEducation #HigherEd #StudentSuccess #FirstGenStudents #StudentSupport #FirstGenCollege #SupportingStudents #HigherEdLeaders #EducationInsights #StudentExperience

"Arizona State University reported that 40,800 new students — including first-year, transfer and graduate students — would enroll this fall either online of at its various campuses. Of the new enrollees, 17,000 are incoming first-year students, and 9,170 of those are Arizona residents, a university record. In total, the university will add 18,100 new students from Arizona, an increase of 9% from the prior year. “It’s built into our name — we are first and foremost here to serve the people of Arizona,” ASU President Michael M. Crow said in a news release." Access and excellence co-exist at #ASU, a leading public research university. Talent magnet, talent developer, talent generator, AND the #1 university in the nation for #innovation and the #1 university in the nation for #sustainability. Growth is more than a mindset and innovation is more than a buzzword for us.

Pathways program is ending! Why? Omaha Public Schools and University of Nebraska at Omaha ? I think more education institutions should do this kind of program! It helps get students into colleges. If anything it should be ramped up. In fact, I suggested this kind of program at a recent education panel. I am so sad to hear that this program is ending. I hope they will be replacing it with something else. https://lnkd.in/gtmJuvnh #students #omaha #colleges #universities

𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐢𝐬 𝐡𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 🏫 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐅𝐈𝐑𝐒𝐓-𝐆𝐄𝐍 𝐒𝐓𝐔𝐃𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐒? Education institutions are increasingly DEDICATED to supporting #firstgenerationstudents, implementing a range of programs and initiatives designed to ADDRESS their unique challenges and enhance their college experiences. Some prime examples are below- At Florida State University, the CARE program offers a comprehensive support system, providing resources like scholarships, academic advising, and career services. This program is a cornerstone for many #firstgen students, helping them navigate the complexities of college life and succeed academically and professionally. Berklee College of Music has introduced the RISE initiative, which stands for Reaching Independence through Support and Engagement. With over 16% of Berklee's undergraduate population being first-generation students, the initiative focuses on providing the necessary tools and resources to help these students thrive in a challenging educational environment. University of California, Berkeley and other #univeristyofcalifornia have also made significant strides in supporting first-generation students. Programs across its campuses offer mentorship, academic advising, and community-building opportunities. For instance, at UCLA first-gen students like Thien Nguyen have benefitted from transfer scholarships and research opportunities that paved the way for further studies at prestigious institutions like Harvard Medical School. The University of Michigan also has developed extensive support structures for first-generation students, including the Kessler Presidential Scholars Program and the First-Generation Student Gateway. Are you a first-gen student? Reach out now! At Effortless Admissions, we ensure that your background and finances are never a barrier to your academic journey. 🌟 #usuniversities #collegeadmissions #admissiontips #scholarshipopportunities #studyopportunities #breakthebarrier #diversity #overseaseducation #educationconsultant

Forbes publishes its 'New Ivy' list of 10 public and 10 private institutions, a much-needed endeavor to understand US higher education institutions. The list, which has collected data from US universities that have more than 4000 students, also considers the out-of-state tuition as well as the median earnings among former attendees of each school 10 years after starting college. Public Schools: Binghamton University, Georgia Institute of Technology, University of Florida, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, University of Maryland-College Park, University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill, University of Texas-Austin, University of Virginia, University of Wisconsin-Madison Private schools: Boston College, Carnegie Mellon University, Emory University, Georgetown University, Johns Hopkins University, Northwestern University, Rice University, University of Notre Dame, University of Southern California, Vanderbilt University. #ForbesNewIvy #InnovationInEducation #FutureLeadership #studyinusa #studyabroad