The College Experience

A long-running research project helps college and university professionals understand the five key components of student thriving—and how to set conditions for thriving on their campuses.

As the inaugural associate vice president for student success and inclusive excellence, Jennifer Baszile oversees the creation, implementation and measurement of student-focused initiatives and programs across 23 Cal State institutions.

A report from the University of Wisconsin at Madison’s Institute for Research on Poverty found, postenrollment, students with foster care experience benefited from campus programs targeted to this group.

In her inaugural role as director of first-generation student success, Thea Smekens will oversee a new office for first-gen learners, promoting community and access for students.

Augusta University will increase its mentorship offerings for incoming students this fall with the help of several hundred undergraduate and graduate student mentors.

Investing in inclusive resources and fostering a respectful and welcoming campus environment are a few actions colleges and universities are taking to support LGBTQ+ students.

Student leaders from Bellarmine University introduced a new mascot last fall, infusing a new campus culture among students after remote learning.

Colleges and universities can find creative, engaging ways to foster relationships between the Board of Trustees and student populations, offering professional development opportunities that promote student success.