Take a look at what we’re posting, reading, and looking forward to attending from the week of January 25.
What We’re Reading
Research Shows Black Students Increasingly Choose HBCUs When Reported State-Level Hate Crimes Rise (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
More than a nudge: To get more students to and through college, intensive advising may be key (Chalkbeat)
‘Alarm Bells’ on First-Generation, Low-Income Applicants (Inside Higher Ed)
The economy is getting even worse for Americans with a high school diploma or less education (The Washington Post)
Report: Rural Higher Education Realities & Opportunities (MDRC)
What We’re Attending
February 3 – ACT Webinar: Advancing Postsecondary Success: Strategies for Men of Color in the Age of Covid-19
February 5-April 23 – St. Louis Graduates Virtual Professional Development Institute
February 11 – MDHEWD Bridges to Success Webinar: Understanding Equity Across the Student Experience
February 11 – NCAN Webinar: How FAFSA Simplification Will Change Financial Aid*
April 19-April 21 – MOACAC Virtual Spring Conference*
*Fees may apply
You can view all upcoming events on our calendar here.