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Report: Effective Teacher Training Improves Student Outcomes

Research from the Association of College and University Educators found professors who received training on effective teaching practices for in-person or online instruction improved learners’ academic performance.

Positive Partnership: Expanding Transfer Opportunities for 2-Year Degree Seekers

A new articulation agreement between two Catholic institutions in Connecticut will allow low-income associate degree earners to pursue their bachelor’s degrees.

Investing in Support for International Students

International students can be seen as a way to boost finances and improve cultural competency among domestic students, but how can higher ed promote academic success for those learners?

Students Want More Space for Cultural Understanding, Affinity Groups

A majority of students believes multicultural centers and identity groups can contribute to a positive campus environment, according to new research from NASPA. But administrators aren’t investing in these projects at the same level.

New on the Job: Meagan Bryson, Western Washington University

As the inaugural director of academic advising and student achievement, Bryson speaks about opening a new center, establishing a footprint on campus and meeting students where they are.

Campus Engagement Tip: Involving First-Gen Families

Colleges and universities can better support first-generation students with three strategies to create intentional educational experiences for family members to be involved in students’ college experiences.

Success Program Launch: Adult Degree Completion in Maine

Starting in January, the University of Maine will launch an adult completion program to support stopped-out learners across the state. The program will provide personalized aid and services to ensure they leave with a degree or credential.

Dos and Don’ts of Political Engagement and Student Voting

In preparation for the 2023 and 2024 elections, higher education practitioners should be aware of the ways they can or cannot encourage students’ political activism and rights as voters. An American Council on Education brief offers five ways to support student voting.