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🎓 Join us in celebrating Dr. Chad Bushman, the latest recipient of National American University's prestigious 'Best in Class' Faculty Award! 🏆 Dive into our latest blog post to learn how Dr. Bushman's innovative teaching methods and unwavering dedication are reshaping the educational landscape at NAU. Don't miss out on this inspiring story! Read More: https://ow.ly/YTek50Rr1Vg #TeachingExcellence #StudentSuccess #HigherEd #NAUAwards"

To highlight, The CUNY SEEK program (Search for Education, Elevation, and Knowledge) has been a vital pathway to higher education started by Black and Puerto Rican students organizers recently celebrating 58 years (1966) of fostering academic success and personal growth. As a former SEEK participant, I have witnessed firsthand the transformative impact of this program, which was designed to level the playing field in a society where educational opportunities are often unequal. The recent overturning of affirmative action highlights the ongoing struggle for equal access to education, underscoring the need to continue advocating for all students, regardless of their background. Capitalism plays a complex role in granting access to education and resources. While it drives innovation and economic growth, it also exacerbates inequalities by prioritizing profit over equitable opportunities. The commodification of education places a price tag on knowledge, making it accessible only to those who can afford it. As we move forward, it is crucial to challenge these systemic barriers and ensure that programs like SEEK continue to provide access and support to marginalized communities, helping them break through the economic and social limitations. #seekprogram #education

🎓 Join us in celebrating Dr. Chad Bushman, the latest recipient of National American University's prestigious 'Best in Class' Faculty Award! 🏆 Dive into our latest blog post to learn how Dr. Bushman's innovative teaching methods and unwavering dedication are reshaping the educational landscape at NAU. Don't miss out on this inspiring story! Read More: https://ow.ly/YFnV50Rr1Vm #TeachingExcellence #StudentSuccess #HigherEd #NAUAwards"

I hadn't realized that the rankings were released already, but... 🎉 Exciting news for my alma mater, Xavier University of Louisiana! I am beyond proud to see Xavier ranked #6 in the latest U.S. News & World Report’s Best Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) rankings. As a proud alumna, this recognition means so much to me personally. 💛💚 What makes this year’s rankings even more special to me, as a former U.S. News employee, is their move away from categories such as acceptance rates and alumni giving in calculating rankings. This shift is crucial because historically, alumni giving at HBCUs often can’t compare to larger, more prestigious, or Ivy League universities due to systemic disparities. This outdated approach often resulted in an unfair disadvantage for HBCUs and smaller institutions. By focusing on what truly matters—like student outcomes and opportunities—U.S. News is moving in the right direction toward highlighting the excellence and impact of institutions like Xavier. This recognition reflects not just the hard work of the students and faculty but also the legacy and importance of HBCUs in providing educational equity and opportunity. 🎓💫 Here’s to the continued success of Xavier and the many HBCUs creating change and nurturing the next generation of leaders! 🖤✊🏽 #XULA #HBCUPride #HigherEd #XavierUniversity #USNews #HBCUExcellence Xavier University Alumni Relations (Official)

Do you have the right incentives in place to encourage the culture & behaviour your institution needs? Or have you just been getting lucky that people go above and beyond? It is so important that we take the time to celebrate the tireless student success champions among us. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Other campuses should take note: who has provided critical internal leadership but never been appreciated publicly? Take a page from Virginia Commonwealth University leadership (Fotis Sotiropoulos & Michael Rao) and make intentional steps to recognize people going above and beyond so you continue to build the culture your students need.

Truman has again been recognized as the No. 1 public university in the Midwest Region by U.S. News & World Report. The University earned multiple recognitions in the 2025 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings, including another year as the No. 1 public school in the Midwest region. Learn more at https://loom.ly/jfA00H0

Explore the University of Pennsylvania: A Deep Dive into History, Rankings, Top Courses, and More! #UPenn #IvyLeague #UPennHistory #UPennRankings #TopCourses #CampusLife #PennTraditions #HigherEducation #CollegeTour #UPennPride #StudentLife #AcademicExcellence #PrestigiousUniversity #Philadelphia #PennAlumni #UniversityJourney #EducationGoals #CollegeExperience #futureprospects

Have you ever wondered what truly defines the value of a college education? The latest rankings from U.S. News & World Report on the best-value national universities offer some intriguing insights. Considering these rankings, we must consider what "value" means to us individually. Is it the return on investment, the quality of education, or something more intangible? I’d love to hear your thoughts on how we can best measure the value of higher education. #HigherEducation #CollegeRankings #ValueOfEducation https://lnkd.in/gdgmajUe

Check out our piece in the Journal of International Students with Yasemin Irvin-Erickson!