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New on the Job: Q&A With Melissa Young, Columbus State University
As the inaugural assistant vice president for student success, Young is charged with implementing campuswide changes to improve the student experience and, in turn, impact retention rates.
Connecting First-Gen Faculty and Students
Many first-generation students can feel alone in higher education. Colleges raise up role models in their first-generation faculty and staff who have been in students’ shoes.
Student Wellness Tip: Alcohol Education and Abuse-Prevention Strategies
Around one in five college students engages in binge drinking, according to national data. Universities can provide individual and environmental-level interventions to reduce alcohol-related problems.
Future-Prepping HBCU Students With Digital Learning
To reduce equity gaps, nonprofit groups are investing in resources that help learners at historically Black institutions plan for after graduation and earn digital credentials.
Creating Campus Conversations Around Mental Health
College mental health experts and advocates share seven strategies for encouraging students to be open in seeking help and supporting others with emotional issues.
Program Innovation: Career Development Across Gen Eds
ElevateU at the University of Montana helps embed career competencies into all required courses for students, guaranteeing professional growth and skill building for every learner.
Meeting Student Parents’ Basic Needs
An on-campus clothing store and diaper subscription service address the financial challenges faced by parenting students at Fresno State.
Academic Success Tip: Hiring Embedded Writing Tutors
Colby College trains students to work as writing fellows who support faculty members in writing-intensive courses.