Students

On many campuses, resident assistants handle everything from fire safety to mental health counseling. Now some institutions are breaking up the job to make it more manageable.

To make international education experiences more equitable and accessible, colleges and universities have implemented programs to reduce or remove costs related to study away.

Lycoming College is providing more research and experiential learning opportunities for students in hopes of setting itself apart in a tough enrollment environment.

The University of Florida’s Institute of Higher Education found students who enroll in exclusively online degree programs were less likely to complete a degree than peers who enrolled in some face-to-face courses. But certain actions can help promote online learning success.

It’s time to stop saddling students with the out-of-control costs of Division I sports, Michael F. Cavanagh writes.

Universities tie academics to on-campus job offerings through ice cream and cheese shops, marketing student-created products in stores managed by student employees.

California Baptist University signed an agreement with Alaska Airlines to provide scholarship dollars for aspiring pilots from underrepresented backgrounds, establishing a talent pipeline into aviation.

To promote successful transfer between community colleges and four-year universities, institutional partnerships are addressing barriers and providing more streamlined methods.