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In the News: Buffy Smith Op-Ed on Proposed TRIO Cut Published in Diverse
In the NewsDr. Buffy Smith, dean of Dougherty Family College, recently wrote an op-ed for Diverse: Issues in Higher Education on how a proposed budget cut to TRIO programs could shut the door on opportunity and erode the strength of the American middle class. From the story: As a child growing up in public housing in Milwaukee,…
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In The News: Dr. Buffy Smith on Enhancing Student Success in Underserved Communities
DFC NewsDr. Buffy Smith, dean of the Dougherty Family College, was interviewed by the online publication The EvoLLLution. Asked about challenges facing students from underrepresented communities, Smith discussed different ways universities could help students succeed both in and out of the classroom. From the story: “When scholars graduate from Dougherty Family College, we want them to… -
In the News: Dougherty Family College’s Model for Student Success Featured by Forbes
In the NewsBuffy Smith, dean of the University of St. Thomas Dougherty Family College, recently spoke with Forbes about intentionally addressing systemic barriers to success in higher education. From the story: According to Buffy Smith, dean of Dougherty Family College and a professor of sociology, “We work hard to intentionally address some of those structural barriers. (Our approach)… -
In the News: Dougherty Family College Fulfills Dreams
In the NewsPersistence pays off. That’s the theme of the message Dougherty Family College Dean Buffy Smith and alum Cheyene Bialke AA '22 BS '24 shared in an interview with Native Roots Radio. Bialke told listeners that some of her high school teachers thought she was not college material because she struggled with core courses, such as… -
In the News: Dougherty Family College Featured in Chronicle of Higher Education Special Report
In the NewsDougherty Family College students Daesia Johnson and Bilal Madow were recently interviewed by the Chronicle of Higher Education for a special report on overcoming student loneliness, including the importance of socialization and extracurricular activities. From the report: Affinity groups provide students, especially from underrepresented demographics, “a sense of foundation and confidence.” … Madow was iffy… -
In the News: Buffy Smith on Access to Extracurricular Activities for BIPOC Students
In the NewsThe Sahan Journal recently published an article by Buffy Smith, dean of the University of St. Thomas Dougherty Family College (DFC), about why DFC is working to remove barriers to ensure all scholars have access to extracurricular activities, which can benefit their mental health and future employment. From the story: Extracurricular activities – such as… -
In the News: Buffy Smith on Improving Access to Higher Education for Underrepresented Communities
In the NewsBuffy Smith, dean of the University of St. Thomas Dougherty Family College (DFC), recently spoke with WCCO Radio about how DFC helps make a college degree more attainable for underrepresented students and their families. From the story: Dr. Buffy Smith, dean of Dougherty Family College, has been trying to get the word out about the… -
In the News: Dougherty Family College Investing in Transfer Student Success
In the NewsThe University of St. Thomas Dougherty Family College was recently featured in an article from Inside Higher Ed about investing in long-term success for students who transfer between community colleges and four-year universities. From the story: In fall 2022, upward transfers from community colleges to universities fell 7.5% year over year and 14.5% relative to… -
In the News: Buffy Smith on the Benefits of Dougherty Family College
In the NewsBuffy Smith, dean at Dougherty Family College, recently was quoted in Inside Higher Ed about what benefits the two-year college provides and the seamless transition for the students who want to go on to get a four-year degree. From the story: Buffy Smith, dean of Dougherty Family College, said 90 percent of students at her institution… -
Helping New Students Thrive in Higher Education: Dougherty Family College Featured in Star Tribune
In the NewsBuffy Smith, dean of the Dougherty Family College (DFC) at the University of St. Thomas, was adamant in her meetings with Star Tribune higher education reporter Liz Navratil about the goal of the college’s Summer Enrichment Program: “They already know how to survive. We are helping to make sure they know how to thrive.” And…