Are your students on LinkedIn?
A recent New York Times story says the social media site — a popular networking tool for professionals — is finding its way into the college admission process.
According to the article, some teens are now creating LinkedIn profiles to supplement the materials they send to colleges. They use the site to create a professional-looking resume and include the link on their admission applications.
Educators in south-central Idaho say the state’s direct college admission initiative is working.
The strategy — which involves sending pre-admission notices to qualified 12th graders — was adopted by the Idaho Board of Education two years ago as a way to boost the number of degree holders in the state.
Under the new initiative, students are sent a letter in the fall of their senior year informing them which state colleges they are pre-qualified to attend. The decisions are based on grades and test scores.
Continue reading Idaho College Initiative Helps Seniors Cement Postsecondary Plans
Looking for information about community colleges and tools to advocate on their behalf?
Check out ACCT Now, a new resource that delves into trends and data affecting two-year colleges in the US. The site, which launched this month, is overseen by the Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT).
“The site includes original reporting, research, and perspectives from ACCT’s public policy staff and guest authors, as well as of-the-moment legislative updates,” according to an email sent to supporters.
Continue reading New Web Resource Provides Info About Community Colleges
President Barack Obama wants young Americans to set their sights on higher education, and he’s asking parents, educators, and community leaders to help.
The commander-in-chief issued an official proclamation last week declaring November National College Application Month.
“This month, we recognize the limitless potential in every student and reaffirm our commitment to offering them the resources they need to succeed,” Obama said in his announcement. “Together, let us forge a future where every student has the opportunity to go as far as their dreams and hard work will take them.”
Continue reading Obama Dubs November National College Application Month
How will the next generation of students approach the college search and selection process?
Share your insights during an upcoming #NACACreads discussion of Generation Z Goes to College. Special guest and author Meghan Grace will take part in the Twitter chat and address how this new cohort of students views higher education.
Continue reading #NACACreads: Help Shape the Upcoming Discussion of ‘Generation Z Goes to College’
What does the future hold for colleges seeking to build diverse student bodies?
This summer’s 4-3 US Supreme Court decision in Fisher II provides insight into how the courts may evaluate future cases involving race-conscious admission policies.
The ruling affects public institutions of higher education as well as private institutions receiving federal funding, including student financial aid.
Continue reading 3 Things Your College Should Know about Fisher II
Good grades are no longer enough to secure post-graduation employment for a growing number of young Americans.
And as the job market evolves, the country’s high schools and colleges must adapt to ensure students are prepared to navigate the increasingly complex world of work, according to participants in Tuesday’s #NACACreads discussion.
Continue reading #NACACreads Author: Career Exploration Crucial to Post-College Success
With thousands of quality colleges spread throughout the US, parents shouldn’t stress over getting their child into the “right school,” according to #NACACreads author Julie Lythcott-Haims.
Their challenge instead? Helping their child develop habits early on that will allow them to thrive wherever they go.
Lythcott-Haims made those comments during a Tuesday night #NACACreads discussion focused on her bestselling book, How to Raise an Adult. Counselors and admission professionals from across the country participated in the hour-long Twitter chat and shared tips to help students build the skills and experiences they need to succeed in college and beyond.
Continue reading #NACACreads Author: Overparenting Hinders College-Readiness
#NACACreads author Julie Lythcott-Haims knows it’s tough for parents to turn over the reins, especially when it comes time for their child to apply to colleges.
But if teens aren’t able to complete the application process independently, they are more likely to falter once they arrive on campus, she notes in How to Raise an Adult. Counselors and admission professionals from across the country will discuss her book on May 17 during a #NACACreads Twitter chat.
Continue reading #NACACreads Author: Applying to College Teaches Teens Crucial Skills
An honor society for community college students wants to recruit more members, and organization leaders say the move has the potential to bolster US degree completion rates.
Members of Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) are far more likely than their peers to earn a two- or four-year degree, data show.
But currently, only 11 percent of students eligible for membership join the honor society, according to a recent article published in Community College Week (CCW).
Continue reading Honor Society for Community College Students Hopes to Expand its Reach
