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Support for first-year students may be key this fall. Here are 4 ways to ensure you’re ready

University Business

Other at-risk students include those struggling with finances, first-generation students and those of other minority racial descent races and ethnicities. Several colleges are using data to combat historical performance equity gaps. Additionally, the University of North Texas and Reynolds Community College (Va.)

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Enrollment Strategies and the Evolving Expectations of Students in 2024

HEMJ (Higher Ed Marketing Journal)

This approach reassures students that their investment in education will pay off in terms of career opportunities and advancement. Your institution can foster this sense of community through direct communication channels with faculty and opportunities for peer interactions, such as online forums and virtual study groups.

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Depression on College Campuses conference: Insights and actions (opinion)

Confessions of a Community College Dean

An effective and ethical approach is to offer evidence-based programs that proactively address students’ well-being. Ideally, such programs are integrated throughout colleges and universities, including academic spheres , rather than relegated only to counseling centers or student development programs.