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New NACC Member Research by Elise Kieffer, PhD from Murray State University 🖊️ This article provides background information on the establishment of an #endowment that serves specifically to provide experiential #learning opportunities for students in and around the university. This case study may serve as a guide for higher education programs in the #nonprofit discipline to promote both active #philanthropy and learning for students. This article provides an examination of student reflections following their participation in an endowment funded experiential learning opportunity with a hope of promoting this teaching method in other nonprofit and #philanthropic educational programs. The results of this analysis assist in the development of greater understanding into how the experiential learning component affected student reflections from their time in NLS 305. Additionally, analysis reveals how students understood and interpreted the real-world impact of their #grantmaking experience, in comparison to traditional classroom practice exercises. This work was originally published by the Journal of Nonprofit Innovation: Vol. 4: Issue 1, Article 4 (2024) and can be accessed below. https://lnkd.in/gKa96__Y

It's exciting to see Forbes highlight our research study in a second article. You can learn more about our study and how BDL is preparing young people for college, career, and engagement with the world through debate-inspired learning in the classroom and beyond by visiting https://lnkd.in/e4v4JxB5 #thepowerofdebate #morethandebate

If you (like me) are making end-of-year charitable donations and you're looking for something that might move the needle for secondary students from historically disadvantaged communities, consider debate. Yes, debate. It used to be limited to elite schools but the past few decades have seen it spread--as "urban debate"--to lower-income communities. And a new study finds some very promising effects on reading test scores and graduation rates. There's more information in my post, below. You can also find more information (and a link to donate) on the website of the National Association of Urban Debate Leagues. https://lnkd.in/eXxqFY7K

I am hard-pressed to think of a more relevant quote for our present circumstances. Now, more than ever, we must consider it a victory in-of-itself to obstain from what we understand to be falsehoods; to speak and act with absolute genuineness in alignment with our principles and beliefs. Moreover: to evaluate, understand, and establish first principles, then principles-of-believing in order to determine what we consider lies and falsehoods. Instead of attacking our philosophical opponents, and becoming more divided, we must find solace in our own forbearance. Only then, when we need not feel guilty for living out that which we don’t believe, can we have the grace and humility to attempt to understand our opposer’s conclusions, and in turn, better understand our own.

Empowering Dreams: Education for All Initiatives like “Books for Brilliance” have made it their mission to change the narrative. By providing underprivileged children with access to books and learning resources, they empower dreams and pave the way for a future where knowledge knows no bounds. Statistic: According to UNESCO, an estimated 262 million children and youth were out of school in 2018. Initiatives like “Books for Brilliance” strive to bridge this educational gap. Learn more about other 4 organizations that are making a difference https://lnkd.in/en86VDt9

In this guest column, U of U alumnus Bonaventure Mhonda reminds everyone to be grateful for what they have while sharing the story of his non-profit, Grateful Circle. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dR-dYDwy

🎓 Today, on National Higher Education Day, let's delve into the transformative power of higher education in shaping future careers and opportunities. At Educate. Radiate. Elevate., we recognize the pivotal role it plays in unlocking doors to #success for all #students, regardless of their background or circumstances. 🌟Through our tutoring programs, mentorship initiatives, and comprehensive #educational resources, we're dedicated to equipping underprivileged students with the tools and support they need to access higher education. 💪 Our goal is to #empower them to excel academically and realize their full potential, paving the way for a brighter future and enhanced career prospects. 🌟However, we acknowledge that we cannot achieve this mission alone. With the generous support of donors like you, we can make higher education a tangible reality for even more deserving young people, ensuring that no one is left behind. 💡 Together, let's break down barriers and forge pathways to success for underprivileged students. 𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗳𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝘄𝗵𝗼 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗹𝗹, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗱𝗼𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲. 𝘊𝘭𝘪𝘤𝘬 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘬 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘮𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘢 𝘮𝘦𝘢𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘧𝘶𝘭 𝘥𝘪𝘧𝘧𝘦𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘵𝘰𝘥𝘢𝘺! #NationalHigherEducationDay #AccessToEducation #DonateNow #EmpowerStudents

How do you build 44 schools in Sierra Leone? One village school at a time, American generosity, and great local partners! For anyone interested in the global goals, education with a community focus Schools for Salone has the blueprint. #globalimpact #educationconnotwait #SDG4 #goalkeepers https://lnkd.in/d_8Rmrv6

Education stands as the beacon that illuminates the path toward eradicating major problems both in individual lives and across societies. As we commemorate the International Day of Education, we recognize education's transformative power to address a myriad of challenges. We reaffirm our commitment to nurturing a world where education serves as a powerful force for positive change. #internationaldayofeducation #education #learning #literacymatters #educationday #internationaldayofyoga #internationaldayofhappiness #dayofeducation #literacy #nonprofit #school #womensempowerment

A single courageous question can be the start of a transformation. 🎓 Higher education in particular must remain a sacred place where open inquiry and viewpoint diversity thrive—it's the only way truth prevails. Do you think Solzhenitsyn would be concerned about trends of groupthink on campus? 🧑🎓 Help us keep academic freedom alive by: • joining HxA • donating to HxA • sharing this post #educationquotes #philosophyquotes #censorship #academics #heterodox #censorship #aleksandrsolzhenitsyn #AcademicFreedom #InstitutionalNeutrality #EducationReform