By Sneha Dey, The Texas Tribune Jan. 23, 2024 “Here’s what Texans need to know about the new FAFSA to get aid for college” was first published by The Texas […]
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Glitch in financial aid form is keeping students with immigrant parents from applying for college grants
By Sneha Dey, The Texas Tribune Feb. 1, 2024 “Glitch in financial aid form is keeping students with immigrant parents from applying for college grants” was first published by The […]
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Updated FAFSA Form Helps Black Students Get More Aid
By Bria Overs Originally appeared in Word in Black Over 1 million students applied for financial aid through the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) in the first week […]
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A new way to fund Texas community colleges focuses on student success, not enrollment
By Sneha Dey, The Texas Tribune Jan. 2, 2024 “A new way to fund Texas community colleges focuses on student success, not enrollment” was first published by The Texas Tribune, […]
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Diversity offices on college campuses will soon be illegal in Texas, as 30 new laws go into effect
Originally appered in the Texas Tribune By Ayden Runnels Other new laws make changes to the tax code, criminal justice and health care systems. Dissolving diversity, equity and inclusion efforts […]
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3 Programs That Support Youth With Incarcerated Parents
By Aziah Siid Originally appeared in Word in Black The holiday season can be a time of healing and hope as family members come together in celebration. It can also […]
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The Blueprint to College
By Dr. Giani Clarkson In 1842, Sir John Herschel introduced the concept of the blueprint to the field of architecture. It was a way for people across the globe to […]
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Record Number of Black Quarterbacks Have Starting Positions in the NFL for the 2023-2024 Season
NNPA NEWSWIRE — The 2023 NFL Draft marked the first time in NFL history Black men were selected in the top three positions for quarterback.
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Reckoning With Racism, Even at a Haven Like Spelman
By Joseph Williams Originally appeared in Word in Black Sociology professor Cynthia Spence says we need dialogue to help HBCU students heal from beliefs rooted in white supremacy. The Black […]
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Effort to Foster Racial Healing Flourishes on College Campuses
By Joseph Williams Originally appeared in Word in Black Think of the phrase “racial healing,” and students sharing plates of tandoori or tikka masala in a college dorm room probably […]