Student Success

A new study finds that students are missing out on opportunities to see key parts of themselves—concealable stigmatized identities, such as learning differences or mental health issues—represented in their science instructors. The work builds on research on the importance of role models.

An April report from Terra Dotta finds college students who participate in a study-away program believe it benefits their personal and professional growth.

New research from Washington State University finds first-generation students perform better after receiving encouraging messages from their instructor on strategies for improvement.

A new survey from Trellis Strategies finds a majority of two-year students in Texas have run out of money during 2023, but one-third of students have not spoken with their college about their issues.

The college will help those who remain unemployed six months after graduation pay their student loans, find paid internships or allow them to take classes for free.

The University of Central Florida streamlined student supports by merging the roles of academic adviser and student success coach roles into one.

Drury University leaders created a month-long game to encourage students, faculty and staff to greet each other on campus, building students’ soft skills and breaking barriers to social interaction.

A course at Worcester Polytechnic Institute helps students feel comfortable in their personality type and learn professional skills.