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‘D’s Get the Degrees’: Shifting the Mindset of Underachiever Students
Having underachievers in class can be frustrating, but these students can be guided into becoming high achievers, writes Yalinu Poya, an assistant professor.
Report: Students Experiencing Suicidal Ideation Need More Help Beyond Counseling
New data from the Center for Collegiate Mental Health shows learners with a history of suicidal or self-injurious behaviors can benefit from on-campus supports, but those aren’t sufficient to meet their levels of distress.
College Students See Importance of Vaccines but May Need More Routine Vaccination Knowledge
A recent study from Temple University finds a majority of Pennsylvania college students consider themselves educated about vaccines, particularly the COVID-19 vaccine.
Report: Defining AI Literacy for Librarians
A new guide provides a framework for academic libraries to understand artificial intelligence and how they can take a leading role in developing AI literacy programs.
Funding Student Success: Project Grants From University Advancement
Wright State University provides one-time grants to students, faculty and staff to promote the student experience. After initial funding, grant programs continue thanks to institutional and private donor support.
Preparing for Life After College: Alumni in Residence Provide Career Connections
Alumni serve as career counselors and industry experts for students, helping them develop professionally.
Creating a Critical Mass of Engagement in a Gen Ed Lecture
A professor at the University of Oregon implemented an “active zone” in his physics course to promote interaction. The experiment resulted in more questions and feedback and a livelier classroom environment.
Listen: Increasing Access, Equity in Study Abroad Participation
A new initiative at Bucknell University seeks to bridge participation gaps between first-generation, low-income students and their peers in terms of who’s participating in study away global education.