Michelle Centamore

Who are the “new majority” of college students?

Today’s “new majority” of students brings diverse life experiences, responsibilities and needs to campus, says new report. Supporting these students is essential for colleges that want to adapt.

How to support students’ well-being in the age of AI

The effects of artificial intelligence technologies are complex: "AI is not all good or bad," a new report from the American Psychological Association says.

How to let mental health drive K12 and college building design

Explore the connection between mental health and campus design. Learn how spaces can enhance wellness and belonging for students.

Here is why immigrant and international students are so important

Immigrant-origin students are essential to sustaining the nation’s college system, workforce and economy, says new report.

How one college uses esports to beat student loneliness

"Esports is more than just playing games—it’s about connection, discipline and personal growth," says Baylor University’s first-ever esports director and coach, Adam Stanley.

No student goes hungry with this college’s free meal program

Chancellor Bradley Davis says that the program set to launch this fall at the West Valley-Mission Community College District is about "equity, access and reimagining what community college can be."

One big reason your campus could become a ‘smaller place’

Campus facilities are a growing concern for colleges and universities burdened by declining enrollment and rising costs, according to Gordian’s 2025 State of Facilities in Higher Education report.

Course sharing boosts retention and revenue for colleges, says new report

As colleges and universities grapple with declining enrollment and increasing financial pressure, a new report points to a collaborative solution: course sharing.

HBCU students are better off mentally than their peers

A new United Negro College Fund report highlights the mental health strengths of HBCUs—and the urgent need to close remaining service gaps.

Modern learners demand a change to the status quo, says study

Today's "modern learners" are choosing schools with a focus on careers, digital tools and flexibility, a new study finds.

Freshman class of 2024 is the most diverse yet, says new report

A new report explores the backgrounds, concerns and expectations of the 2024 freshman class, helping college leaders enhance student success.

OPM partnerships decline, forcing higher ed to fee-for-service

The $5 billion Online Program Management industry is transforming, with partnerships declining and a growing shift to fee-for-service models.

Campus leaders show cautious optimism in AI, says report

Higher education leaders are prudently navigating artificial intelligence, looking to harness its benefits and reduce risks, says study.

As Trump’s deadline to eliminate DEI nears, few schools openly rush to make changes

Schools and colleges across the U.S. face a deadline to end diversity programs or risk having their federal money pulled by the Trump administration, yet few are openly rushing to make changes, believing they’re on solid legal ground.

How micro-credentials can lower costs and boost workforce opportunities

As micro-credentials grow in popularity, campus leaders can look to new research and state support to expand access, reduce costs and strengthen workforce readiness.