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Data-Based Decisions Tip: Convene Regular Data Meetings
Student success advocates at the University of Kentucky have built a culture of evidence through weekly data meetings. Here’s how they do it, plus pointers for organizing data meetings on your campus.
Report: Exploring the Differences in First-Gen Demographics
New data from Common App evaluates definitions of first-generation students and the impact any parental education can have.
Alternative Spring Break: Hygge, Happiness and Sustainability
A group of first-year students at the College of Charleston recently returned from a spring-break trip to Denmark, where they studied how personal and environmental sustainability intersect.
Report: How Colleges Can Contribute to Rural Pathways for Careers
New research from Jobs for the Future identifies strategies higher ed leaders can implement to help learners from rural communities pursue postsecondary education and higher earning opportunities.
Campus Engagement Tip: Recognize Student Employees
Each April, colleges and universities celebrate National Student Employment Week. Here are eight strategies supervisors can use to acknowledge the work of their learners.
Study: Extroverted Students More Likely to Feel Sense of Belonging
New research finds first-year college students who are more open and sociable are more inclined to feel connected to their institution.
The Value of Peer Leadership in College
Upper-level students who mentor and guide their classmates can positively impact their success, both inside and outside of the classroom.
Success Program Launch: Student-Led Groups Create Shared-Interest Space on Campus
To help students connect with like-minded peers, the University of Alabama created Engagement Pods, which unite students regularly to do a shared hobby or activity.