📆 There's less than a month left to apply for cohort 2 of the Aspen Presidents Fellowship! This program is designed for #comm_college presidents committed to shaping the future of higher education and offers unparalleled opportunities for professional growth, leadership development, and network expansion. Ready to take your leadership to new heights? Don't miss this chance to join a community of visionary leaders! Thanks to JPMorgan Chase & Co., your cost to participate is covered. Learn more and apply now: https://lnkd.in/g2u3CvDk
Aspen Institute College Excellence Program
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We're committed to improving college student outcomes, through effective policy, practice, and leadership.
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The Aspen Institute’s College Excellence Program aims to advance higher education practices and leadership that significantly improve student learning, completion, and employment after college—especially for the growing population of students of color and low-income students on American campuses.
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https://highered.aspeninstitute.org/
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What happens when we remove systemic barriers to higher education and uplift the dreams #studentparents have for themselves and their kids? Real generational impact. 👨👩👧👦 📽️ Our colleagues at Ascend at the Aspen Institute are out with #RaisingUp, a docuseries to see impact in action. Join us in watching: https://lnkd.in/eix_bRQM
Raising Up: Student Parents | Short Film
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The Aspen Institute College Excellence Program has named the 20 semifinalists for the 2025 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence. The $1 million award is the nation's signature recognition of high achievement and performance among community colleges. Learn more and see the semifinalists at the link below.
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📣 We are elated to announce the semifinalists for the 2025 #AspenPrize for Community College Excellence! In a country that's home to more than 1,000 #comm_colleges, the 20 institutions selected for this honor stand out for having high and improving levels of student success, as well as equitable outcomes for Black and Hispanic students and those from lower-income backgrounds. They are located in urban, rural, and suburban areas across 14 states, with size ranging from 2,024 to 49,619 students. Check out the full list of semifinalists and learn more about the Aspen Prize, made possible due to generous support from Ascendium Education Group, JPMorgan Chase & Co., The Joyce Foundation, and The Kresge Foundation: https://lnkd.in/eVR_tYZ
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Introducing the College 3.0 newsletter by the Aspen Institute College Excellence Program! This initiative is committed to enhancing student outcomes through research, tool development, and impactful programs like the Aspen Prize, the Aspen Presidential Fellowship, and Siemens Technical Scholars. Subscribe to the newly revamped College 3.0 and join us on this journey of redefining the future of higher education by staying informed on the latest research and upcoming opportunities for professional development for students and college leaders. What sets College 3.0 apart? While this newsletter will cover efforts to expand access (College 1.0) and strengthen graduation rates (College 2.0), it will do so through the lens of starting with the end in mind: improving post-graduation success (College 3.0). Sign up here: https://lnkd.in/ezNCCaq6
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We are thrilled to welcome Laura Stokes, Ph.D as our new evaluator! Prior to joining Aspen, Laura served as an evaluation lead at the New South Wales Department of Education in Sydney, Australia, where she honed her skills in assessing educational programs through diverse methodologies. Her academic background includes a Ph.D. and M.A. in Applied Developmental Psychology from George Mason University, as well as a B.S. in Marketing and Psychology from Tulane University.
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We are still accepting applications for our second cohort of the Aspen Presidents Fellowship! 📥 As a fellow, you'll have access to and learn from outcomes-based research, practical frameworks, and a vibrant cohort of peers sharing similar aspirations for student outcomes reform. Learn about the Presidents Fellowship, which is free to participants due to generous support from JPMorgan Chase & Co.: https://lnkd.in/g2u3CvDk
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Last week Cohort 8 of our Rising Presidents Fellowship met for their final residential session in Aspen, CO! 🏔️ Over the last year, this cohort has learned from national leaders in the field, built a network of forward-thinking peers, and applied grounded and innovative strategies to meet student success challenges. We look forward to seeing how this amazing group of fellows impact #highered. Learn more about the Rising Presidents Fellowship: https://lnkd.in/dpqRPmD
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We are excited to welcome Rasika Pande as our new finance manager! Rasika comes from a financial risk management background in the private sector; her past experience includes working with banks and consulting firms. She graduated from American University with her Master’s in International Relations. Prior to that, she earned her dual Finance and International Studies bachelor’s degrees from Virginia Tech.
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🚀 We are thrilled to announce the relaunch of our monthly newsletter, "College 3.0", where we will share findings and spotlights on access, completion, and post-grad success. 🔍 What can you expect from "College 3.0"? ▪️In-depth analysis of emerging trends and challenges in the sector ▪️Practical strategies and actionable tips to drive student success and institutional excellence ▪️Thought-provoking articles on cutting-edge topics in higher education Whether you're a #highered professional, a policymaker, or simply passionate about shaping the future of learning, "College 3.0" has something for you! 🔗 Subscribe to College 3.0 on LinkedIn: https://lnkd.in/eKZ9RYmh 🔗 Interested in getting College 3.0 directly to your email inbox? You can subscribe here: https://lnkd.in/ezNCCaq6
It's Time for Higher Ed to Embrace College 3.0
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