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Ep. 126: Voices of Student Success: The Role of Belonging in Campus Conflict, Protests
Since the start of the Israel-Hamas war in October 2023, colleges and universities have seen heightened tensions on campus as student protesters demand change from their administrators.
Campus Engagement Tip: Encouraging Student Voting
Ahead of the 2024 presidential election, colleges, community organizations and student advocates are looking to boost on-campus civic engagement through voter registration and participation initiatives.
Academic Success Tip: Offer Short-Term Courses
Research from Ad Astra finds eight-week courses can increase students’ annual credit completion. To build a short-term schedule, campus leaders should identify goals and make sure programs are aligned for ease of student experience.
Report: Belonging a Key Factor in Student Retention
A newly released literature review from the Institute for Higher Education Policy highlights the role of student experience and belonging on college student success—and offers suggestions for how this could be applied practically to campuses.
Campus Engagement Tip: Mentoring for Women of Color
Long-standing programs provide interpersonal and professional relationships for female students of color, helping them navigate barriers on campus and beyond.
Success Program Launch: A Research Fellowship for Business Students
A new experiential learning initiative at Georgia State promotes research skills, critical thinking and innovation for students majoring in business.
Student Wellness Tip: Add Syllabus Policy on Mental Health Days
College students want their professors to have formal policies on mental health days. Here are some examples of syllabus language faculty members can use.
Success Program Launch: Talent Pipeline for Black Engineering, Comp Sci Students
A new scholarship initiative at Howard University and Prairie View A&M provides guaranteed job placement for participants.