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Cultural Centers Meet Academic Services
Universities are seeking ways to improve educational outcomes for minority students. At UC Davis, that means creating identity-based centers that are also hubs for academic and mental health support.
Academic Success Tip: Labs Promote Better Student Discussion Boards
Online course instructors can improve students’ confidence and skills in posting on discussion boards by teaching them key skills in short training sessions.
Private University Offers Increased Access to an Associate Degree
The Dougherty Family College at the University of St. Thomas, approaching its seventh year, provides low-income and underrepresented students with access and holistic support to earn a two-year degree.
Student-Led Group Prepares Peers for Investment Banking Internships
A Babson College alumnus developed a peer-led program aimed at preparing sophomores with needed technical and soft skill development to break into the field.
Layering Mental Health Care at a Community College
Columbus State Community College is taking a multifaceted approach to meeting its students with mental health services offerings, developing a new department as well as adding online counseling and intern support.
New on the Job: Q&A With Nick Branson of the College of Lake County
As the inaugural assistant vice president of strategy, planning and success, Branson uses his institutional effectiveness background to promote access for all learners.
Program Innovation: Alums and Career Services Delivering Financial Literacy Lessons
Women at Scripps College learn the fundamentals of financial literacy from alumnae, plus participate in a salary negotiation workshop led by career services staff—building confidence while providing perspective on what to expect.
Program Innovation: Accessible, Paid Experiential Learning With Local Businesses
The University of Texas at San Antonio’s experiential learning program partners students from various majors with local businesses to help find solutions to real-world issues.