Student Success

Employers say they’re more interested in a student’s skills than their degree program, but what does that mean and how can institutions promote career readiness outside of academics?

Pepperdine students and facilities staff practice speaking Spanish and English together, building relationships and facilitating learning across departments.

A workshop discussion at Student Success US considered the challenges that hinder retention and completion of students beyond their first year.

Research from the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond finds that two-year colleges often lack sufficient funds to provide wraparound student supports.

First-generation students are less likely to participate in on-campus activities compared to their continuing-generation peers. Intentional programming and support work can help close this gap.

To promote sustainability in student supports, Stanford donors have endowed four directorships of community centers, creating additional funding for student services and co-curriculars.

A program at the University of Dayton provides undergraduate students interested in faculty-led research with a stipend to close equity gaps in participation. The initiative has grown over the past few years, requiring intentional communication and structure to support expansion.

A 2024 Student Voice survey by Inside Higher Ed found the greatest share of students give their college or university an average rating on the quality and variety of well-being resources.