Student Success

The University of South Carolina launched an initiative to provide personalized advising for learners on scholarships who are at risk of losing financial aid. Since 2021, around 2,500 students have maintained their scholarships as a result.

Research shows experiences in higher education can produce positive student well-being outcomes over time. A new paper argues higher ed needs to expand metrics of success to emphasize lifelong wellness of learners.

A professor at the University of Dayton taught students how to be more effective notetakers by creating visually interesting notebooks to take notes in, requiring more memory and attention.

Colleges and universities are considering new ways to incorporate generative AI into teaching and learning, but not every student is on board with the tech yet. Experts weigh in on the necessity of AI in career preparation and higher education’s role in preparing students for jobs of the future.

In a new episode of Voices of Student Success, hear about how one university looks to support student thriving and engagement through intentional development of faculty and staff members to serve as mentors.

Experts share insights on how to engage and partner with faculty in reimagining gateway courses for college students.

In our 2024 Student Voice survey, undergraduates reveal how involved they are in the college experience, how much they think participation benefits them and what changes their institutions could make to encourage involvement.

This past spring, Moorpark College in California piloted an initiative that alerts students of their eligibility for academic renewal. Students who utilized renewal were more likely to take more challenging courses and more credits compared to their peers who weren’t made aware of the option.