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Study: Community Colleges a Destination

More than a third of the 3.6 million students who started college in the fall of 2008 — 37.2 percent — transferred to a different institution at least once en route to college completion.

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Tennessee State University Exposes Students to Cutting-Edge Research

More than 20 incoming Tennessee State University freshmen spent part of their summer getting exposed to real-world scientific work and cutting-edge research.

Students See Value of Internships

Of the 50,000 college students and recent graduates surveyed, 70.8 percent of students believe that internships should be a requirement when obtaining a college degree.

Fraternity Tied to Racist Chant Hires Diversity Director

The fraternity connected to a racist video featuring University of Oklahoma students that surfaced this spring announced that it has hired a director of diversity and inclusion.

Vermont to Provide In-state College Tuition to Veterans

Vermont is providing in-state tuition to its public colleges and university to military veterans from around the country.

Diverse Conversations: How Can HBCUs Raise More Alumni Dollars?

Finding ways to keep these institutions relevant is more important than ever.

Pollard Appreciates Guidance Along Path to Success

For Dr. DeRionne P. Pollard, college represents one of the last places where the American dream can truly be manifested.

Family Sues After California Frat Pledge Died on Hazing Hike

The family of a California college student who died during a grueling fraternity hike sued the organization and the school on Wednesday, saying the young man’s death was senseless and easily preventable.

Rethinking Remediation

Community College of Baltimore County seeing much success with innovative remedial education programs.

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The Legacy of Dr. Norman C. Francis and Xavier University

Physicians and alumni of Xavier University, Trevonne M. Thompson, MD and Myiesha Taylor, MD remember the lasting impact of Dr. Norman C. Francis and Xavier University.

ELIZABETH CARDONA

ELIZABETH CARDONA has been appointed executive director for multicultural affairs and international student life and assistant to the provost for diversity and inclusion at Bay Path University. Cardona is the former senior director and civic engagement advisor to Massachusetts Gov. Deval L. Patrick. Cardona holds a bachelor’s from Springfield College and a master’s from Syracuse University.

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KATHRINE SWANSON

KATHRINE SWANSON has been named vice chancellor for student success and engagement at Metropolitan Community College, starting August 3. She was vice president for student affairs and enrollment management at Montgomery County Community College in Blue Bell, Pennsylvania. Swanson holds a bachelor’s from Northern Michigan University, a master’s from Montana State University and a doctorate from the University of North Texas.

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