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Career Development, Internship Funding for First-Gen Students

A five-year-old program at California State University, Fullerton, provides personalized support and mentorship to first-generation students, as well as priority placement for microinternships.

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At CSU, Orwell Meets Safetyism

California State University’s new draft policy for handling “other conduct of concern” is deeply, well, concerning, Peter C. Herman writes.

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Study: Improving STEM Equity With Helpful Syllabus Content

An evaluation of introductory biology syllabi from just under 100 colleges and universities finds the syllabus is often focused primarily on content and less likely to offer evidence-based practices for academic success.

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Little-Known Network of Higher Ed Institutes Has Roots in Anti–Gay Marriage Fight and Opus Dei

The Foundation for Excellence in Higher Education supports programs based at or near 14 elite universities. It’s headquartered at a conservative think tank and funded generously by right-leaning donors. But what are its aims?

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Listening to Learners: What Adult Students Need to Succeed

A webinar shared insights from students 25 and up about what would support their academic and career goals. Staff and faculty training and aligning academic programs with labor market needs are two efforts that could help.

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A Warm Welcome Back: Supporting Students Returning From Health Leave

Mental health challenges can push students to withdraw from college, often never to return. For those who do re-enroll, colleges and universities can pave a path for their success.

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An Even Better Framing: The Student as Citizen

Not customers, and not clients, either—reclaiming a vision of students as citizens points to a way forward for higher ed, Christine M. Nowik writes.

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Report: Supporting Housing-Insecure Student Parents

Parenting students face greater levels of homelessness compared to their peers without dependents, which can impede their completion.