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Bringing Greater Impact

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

there were protests on campus. Students organized Black student unions demanding more African American studies courses, Black faculty and staff,” says Canton. You have to believe the process in terms of doing well in your classes, getting involved in campus activities and getting competitive internships.”

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Housing scholarship aids underrepresented students

Confessions of a Community College Dean

The impact: The housing fund has directly contributed to student retention, persistence and stress reduction, Alba says. Students who move on campus because of the fund are more involved in campus activities, utilize more campus facilities like the library and more often take on leadership roles in student organizations.

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How to empower student-parents in higher education: A conversation with Generation Hope

EAB

They are managing and making decisions for their families, which often translates into effective leadership within student organizations, clubs, and community initiatives.

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How to Elevate Student Success through Mentoring

Campus Groups

If you are interested in learning more reach out to your academic advisor, career services or student life contact to see what your college offers. Student organizations and clubs are also a great way to find potential mentors, as are volunteering events and other campus activities.

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5 Proven Student Engagement Strategies for The Fall!

Campus Groups

We know how critical the fall is for student engagement. It is when new students immerse themselves in college life and returning students renew with campus activities and traditions. This article outlines 5 student engagement strategies for the fall. your already involved students)!

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Florida seeks to silence speech on social activism across state schools, per regulation

University Business

Subsection 3 of the regulation also bars state schools and their direct-support organizations from using public dollars on campus activities that “promote or engage in political or social activism.”

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Hillel Campus Climate Initiative

Goucher DEI

Further explore the survey response that indicated faculty and classroom activities were less inclusive of Jewish identities than campus activities or programs and clubs or student organizations. Examine issues with academics, curricula, and faculty.