Remove Classes Remove Community Remove National Remove Student
article thumbnail

To Complete or Not to Complete?

sgEngage

The motivating factors that prompt students to enroll in a community college are as varied and diverse as their academic and socio-economic backgrounds. According to the National Center for Educational Statistics , only thirteen percent of all community college students complete by earning a degree or credential in two years.

Student 80
article thumbnail

The Top 54 Auctioneers for Nonprofit Fundraising Events

Nonprofit Tech for Good

Each of these auctioneers was selected by the greater fundraising community as they are nominated, vetted and then opened up to nationwide voting to arrive at the finalists. Suzanne has been instrumental in raising millions for nonprofits and foundations throughout the country that have propelled community engagement and support.

professionals

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Gardner Appointed A Director At Lilly School

The NonProfit Times

It seeks to understand the perceptions, practices, experiences and needs of the individuals and institutions that operationalize philanthropy in underrepresented communities and it develops programming and services to engage philanthropic practitioners, scholars and the public at large in conversations and activities to advance this field.

article thumbnail

A clarion call to invest in historically Black colleges and universities

Candid

Prior to the Civil War, the education of Black Americans was prohibited in most states and discouraged in others, leaving many Black communities without access to the educational resources to build quality lives, much less wealth. They are “anchor” institutions that also serve as economic engines for Black and low-income communities.

article thumbnail

February Cause Awareness: Black History Month

Qgiv

February is Black History Month in many countries in the United States and Canada, an annual observance dedicated to honoring and acknowledging the valuable contributions of Black people in both nations. Becoming a customer can help these businesses stay open and serve their communities’ needs, whatever they may be.

History 98
article thumbnail

5 Things Colleges Can Do Right Now to Impact Fall 2024 Enrollment

sgEngage

The ongoing FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) delays have left students with less time to compare financial aid offers and make a college decision than in a typical year. There is no doubt about it—students are confused, and they are questioning whether college is obtainable without financial help.

Impact 73
article thumbnail

Bookshare Creates Opportunities For Gifted Students

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

I talk a lot about how technology can help create tremendous educational opportunities for students with print disabilities. Steffon, who attends Gadsden Community College in Gadsden, Alabama is a straight-A student who has made his college deans list each semester. Because the Bookshare collection is free to qualified U.S.

Student 145