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To Complete or Not to Complete?

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The motivating factors that prompt students to enroll in a community college are as varied and diverse as their academic and socio-economic backgrounds. According to the National Center for Educational Statistics , only thirteen percent of all community college students complete by earning a degree or credential in two years.

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5 Things Colleges Can Do Right Now to Impact Fall 2024 Enrollment

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The ongoing FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) delays have left students with less time to compare financial aid offers and make a college decision than in a typical year. There is no doubt about it—students are confused, and they are questioning whether college is obtainable without financial help.

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A clarion call to invest in historically Black colleges and universities

Candid

HBCUs lead the nation in conferring bachelor’s degrees to Black graduates who ultimately earn doctorate degrees. Not only did I have the good fortune to receive a world-class education, but my learning was steeped in the history and lived experience of Black people. My story isn’t unique.

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Bookshare Creates Opportunities For Gifted Students

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

I talk a lot about how technology can help create tremendous educational opportunities for students with print disabilities. Steffon, who attends Gadsden Community College in Gadsden, Alabama is a straight-A student who has made his college deans list each semester. Because the Bookshare collection is free to qualified U.S.

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February Cause Awareness: Black History Month

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February is Black History Month in many countries in the United States and Canada, an annual observance dedicated to honoring and acknowledging the valuable contributions of Black people in both nations. Take the time to educate yourself about the contributions of Black communities to the history of your nation.

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How Malala Fund’s Innovative Grantmaking is Revolutionizing Education for Girls

Saleforce Nonprofit

For many students, these school closures could mean the end of their formal education. From creating digital learning opportunities and initiatives to protect girls’ mental well-being to securing national funding for education — the Champions we support are driving solutions to girls’ education challenges in their communities. .

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Breaking the Cycle & Starting the Mental Health Conversation

Saleforce Nonprofit

Thanks to global entertainers like Lady Gaga and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, and world-class athletes like Kevin Love and Simone Biles, there’s already a shift toward candid public conversations, making mental health far less stigmatized than ever. Less than half of all Americans with a mental disorder actually get the treatment they need. .”