Foundations, Individuals Support ACI Initiatives and Programs
Several foundations, organizations and individuals provided funds to ACI in the first two months of the current ACI fiscal year to help the organization fund its mission. ACI supports member colleges and universities “by advancing independent liberal arts and sciences education and helping underserved students succeed in college, career and life.” Since June 1, these ... Read Article
Knox College Team Displays Digital Media Creation, ‘Full-quieting’
College artists created winning entry in digital arts contest A team from Knox College debuted its winning entry in the second 150 Media Stream/ACI Digital Arts Contest. The entry, “Full-quieting,” explored the evolution of artmaking within mass visual culture, with a combination of paint-on-glass animation, claymation and video elements, according to a description from 150 Media Stream. Team members were ... Read Article
From the Executive Director: Our Longstanding Mission, the Power of Education to Change Lives, Shape Communities and Build a Better World
As the country reflects on the effects of the affirmative action decision handed down by the Supreme Court last month, ACI remains driven by a profound belief in the power of education to change lives, shape communities and build a better world. We stand by our mission’s longstanding commitment to promote diversity, equity and inclusion ... Read Article
ACI, PROLIFIC Institute Form Partnership to Help College Athletes with Career-Readiness Support
ACI and PROLIFIC Institute agreed to form a one-year pilot partnership aimed at helping athletes attending ACI schools move into meaningful careers after college sports. Known as “ACI PROLIFIC Fellowship for Athletes, funded by Fiducient Advisors,” the program will be initiated this fall. Fiducient Advisors provided $29,000 for support of 10 student athletes. This spring, ... Read Article
HACE Virtual Career Fair for Students and Recent Graduates is Sept. 21
College students, recent graduates and early career employees from ACI-member colleges or universities are invited to participate in the Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement (HACE) Virtual Career Fair, Thursday, Sept. 21, from 3 p.m. CDT to 6 p.m. Employers participating in the online career fair will offer career opportunities and internships for students, recent graduates and entry-level professionals. HACE, ... Read Article
Higher Education Headlines
Saint Xavier University Welcomes Rebecca Sherrick as Interim President
Saint Xavier University
Dr. Daniel Norton named president of Principia College
Principia College
Lewis University and St. Augustine College plan merger
Lewis University
Dr. Anita Thomas named 11th president of North Central College
North Central College