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Making Space for Compassion in the Classroom

Chris Hakala, director of the Center for Excellence in Teaching, Learning and Scholarship and professor of psychology at Springfield College, uses Student Voice data to argue that students and faculty members mutually benefit from flexibility, communication and feedback.

Student Success Champion: Sarah Ball Streamlines the Student Experience

Sarah Ball, National University’s associate vice president of learner experience, is changing how the institution understands the student journey using data points and listening.

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Rural Community Colleges: Rising to the Challenge

New Aspen Institute report outlines how rural community colleges overcome their limitations to support student success.

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Academic Success Tip: Rebrand Office Hours

Professors promote office hours in fresh ways to clarify the purpose for students and create a more supportive environment that encourages asking questions.

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Engagement Scholarship Involves and Impacts Students

Penn State’s Student Engagement Network offers faculty and staff members opportunities to explore student engagement research and potential with the Engagement Academy. 

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Student Representation in Adviser Hiring Processes

Two undergraduate fellows for the Advising Success Network established best practices and recommendations for institutions in equitable hiring practices for academic advisers.

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Student Success Champion: Melanie Hulbert Connects Students, Establishes a Sense of Belonging

Melanie Hulbert, vice provost for student success and dean of the Honors College at the University of Alaska at Anchorage works to create an equitable and supportive student experience for all types of learners.

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How Students Feel About Grading

Student Voice survey data reveal five key differences in the ways students think about grades—as well as room for improvement in how professors assign grades and even design courses.