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Success Program Launch: A One-Stop Shop for First-Gen Excellence
The University of South Carolina recently opened a center for first-generation college students, which unites offices across campus and faculty members to empower learners to thrive.
Deepening On-Campus Job Experience for Student Success
To support students’ career outcomes, colleges and universities are investing in professional development for on-campus student workers.
A Book Club for Faculty Professional Development
Moorpark College created a community of practice centered around learning and instructional design. Faculty committed to apply evidence-based interventions in the classroom and saw improvements to their DFW rates.
New on the Job: Q&A With Lisa MacLeod, Soka University of America
The inaugural assistant dean of student success at SUA shares how the institution prepares students for long-term success and the importance of quality advising.
Study: Skipping Dev Ed Increases Student Success
A recent analysis finds placing students directly into college-level courses, rather than a more precise placement system, is key to learners’ success.
Career Development, Internship Funding for First-Gen Students
A five-year-old program at California State University, Fullerton, provides personalized support and mentorship to first-generation students, as well as priority placement for microinternships.
Study: Improving STEM Equity With Helpful Syllabus Content
An evaluation of introductory biology syllabi from just under 100 colleges and universities finds the syllabus is often focused primarily on content and less likely to offer evidence-based practices for academic success.
Listening to Learners: What Adult Students Need to Succeed
A webinar shared insights from students 25 and up about what would support their academic and career goals. Staff and faculty training and aligning academic programs with labor market needs are two efforts that could help.