University of Iowa School of Planning and Public Affairs’ Post

Meet the new CRBS Student Consortium members for the academic year 2024-2025! Today, let's introduce the VP Externals Lamha Kumar and Srobona Ghosh

Discover the key to enhancing student achievement at the OABSE Annual Midwest Regional Conference 2024. Join me for a pivotal session, 'Aligned Acts of Improvement,' where I delve into the core of educational progress: student outcomes won't change until we transform adult behavior, which is rooted in acquiring knowledge, building skill, and, fundamentally, shifting mindset. Be there on April 26th to learn how to initiate meaningful change!

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 This outdated approach often resulted in an unfair disadvantage for HBCUs and smaller institutions.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)

Check this out! Understanding quality is one thing, and operationalizing it is a whole different ball game. To achieve fast and sustainable results, mastering both is required Thomas Jefferson’s OPXtra program—your single destination for Operationalizing Quality. This program combines crucial courses and key topics, all conveniently combined in one program. This holistic approach saves you the hassle of searching multiple locations for disparate pieces of education. Great offer Jefferson!

Are you moving onto college this September? Check out this blog from our Young Ambassador, Ryan, about his experience of 'heading out to college'👇 https://lnkd.in/eU4yWJDQ

HAPPENING NOW: Keynote session for the Annual Education Meeting - The Three D's (Dream, Desire, Determination) with Cindy Charlton!

A college class goes on a taste-testing adventure, sampling and rating MREs, revealing surprising winners and gag-inducing losers. https://lnkd.in/e3K8fCsZ

Excellent article on the power and VALUE of Credit for Prior Learning for educators, students, and employers!

“Credit for prior learning has to become a strategy…”. CPL (formerly PLA, Prior Learning Assessment) is learner-friendly and logical for increased college recruitment and student persistence to degree.

Albertus Magnus College is pleased to announce a new dual credit educational partnership with Junior Achievement (JA) of Southwest New England. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3VKeuXp #AlbertusMagnusCollege #FearlessFalcons