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Micro-internship gives students experience without barriers

Confessions of a Community College Dean

At Goucher College in Maryland, officials are putting these opportunities together for undergraduates by tapping into the college’s alumni network. To start, Goucher piloted the program with its Alumni Association Board, offering 22 students micro-internships over winter 2020–21.

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2023 Seal of Excelencia

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The university restructured to a centralized academic advising model for the first two years of college, ensuring that advising is consistent across all majors, particularly for the most vulnerable populations. Also, the Undergraduate Teaching Assistant Program connects students with faculty in their field of study. “We

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Supporting Student Success in Higher Education: A Comprehensive Guide

Creatrix Campus

Well-prepared graduates enhance the institution's reputation and contribute to a strong alumni network. Institutions may assess participation in co-curricular activities, internships, community service, and study abroad programs as indicators of student success.