Wellness/Student Success

Strong feelings are emerging about Trump’s executive order

From "creative destruction" to "political theater," education leaders have expressed various viewpoints about the possible dissolution of the Department of Education.

A 50-state look at the well-being of LGBTQ+ young people

The well-being of LGBTQ+ young people suffers not because of who they are but due to mistreatment and stigmatization, a leading suicide-prevention organization contends. 

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.

Students face a challenge accessing these basic needs, per research

Food and housing insecurity, among other issues, are imperiling students' chances of earning a credential following the expiration of pandemic-era emergency funding, according to The Hope Center.

Can this new framework unlock community colleges’ potential?

Community colleges must move beyond credential completion and prioritize ROI, economic mobility and workforce outcomes, according to the Community Vibrancy Framework.

Transgender athletes now banned from NCAA women’s sports—but not practice

The NCAA has formally barred transgender athletes from competing in women's sports but will allow them to practice with women's teams.

Huge college attainment growth missed one group’s big goal

More than half of all working-class Americans hold a college degree or credential beyond high school, according to a new report from the Lumina Foundation.

How sports betting fleeced students of their money—and mental health

Students struggling with poor grades, sleep or just their overall headspace may be unaware of how dire a role sports betting may play in their lives.

Why dining halls are now devoted to plant-based options

Colleges and universities are setting systemwide commitments to transition up to 75% of their dining hall offerings to plant-based options in the next three years, according to a new report from the Humane Society of the United States.

Grads this year may unlock a generous job market. Are they actually ready?

The Class of 2025 is expected to enjoy a stronger job market when they graduate in the spring, and potentially, more lucrative compensation.

Here’s why two-thirds of Latino students consider stopping out

More than 80% of Latino students reported experiencing food insecurity while in school, with half indicating barriers to access occurring weekly or even daily.

The Power of Food: Fueling Inclusivity, Equity, and Engagement in Campus Life

Date & Time: Wednesday, November 20 at 2 p.m. ET

In this 30-minute Ed Talk, an education food program specialist will discuss how higher ed leaders can leverage specialty foods at critical times and places outside their dining halls to increase student engagement in campus life, create more inclusive environments, and ensure equity among departments, on and off campus.

***All attendees will be able to access real-world case studies about Rice University and Texas A&M Athletics.

Misinformation is spreading as more students seek mental health care

The pandemic brought new attention to student mental health on campus. But can higher ed curb misinformation or adapt to emerging concerns tied to social media?

The new era of mental health counseling on college campuses

Universities, once struggling to keep up with the surge in demand for counseling during the pandemic, have since scaled up their support services. As a result, more students are asking for help.

The University Business Podcast: Why we must generate “good stress” in the classroom

Classroom engagement is still recalibrating since the pandemic, and it will take a group effort to build us back stronger, two leaders at Bryant University's Center for Teaching Excellence propose.

3 big questions are lingering after NCAA’s landmark case

Should women get paid as much as men? This is one of the many questions posed by legal and athletics experts as they prepare for an unfamiliar world.

What your graduates have to say about the job market in 2024

Higher ed is doing a great job of preparing graduates for the workforce. The economic climate, however, isn't doing them any favors.

How real work builds student character at these 10 Federal Work Colleges

While Antioch College has been providing cooperative education programs for almost a century, President Jane Fernandes believes the Federal Work College designation takes the Ohio school "to a different level."

Poor mental health among community college students linked to lower persistence rates

The Community College Research Center's working paper concluded further research should study whether "college initiatives aimed at enhancing mental and financial well-being may influence students' academic outcomes."

Improving Faculty Well-Being: A 3-Level Strategy to Reduce Burnout and Increase Retention

Date & Time: Tuesday, May 14th at 2 pm ET

In this 20-minute UB Ed Talk, two experts in faculty success, well-being, and retention will outline a practical 3-level strategy for institutional leaders at any level to create a more supportive environment for all faculty members.  

***All attendees will be provided with the results of the NCFDD’s annual faculty development survey.  

These states and cities are the most competitive for students seeking an internship

While the study appears to be mostly beneficial for college students, the results also have huge implications for colleges and universities. Students who secured at least one internship during their time in college bucked the trend as they were 49% less likely to be underemployed. 

How can higher ed stop the bleeding from K12 learning loss?

Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education predicts current elementary and middle school students to be less prepared for postsecondary education workforce pipeline planning. Here are five recommendations to limit the consequences.

A race against time: 2 ways to push students toward higher retention, completion rates

A new report by Ad Astra suggests how higher education can alleviate potholes inhibiting students from completing their degrees faster—and thus—at a higher rate.

This community college startup may be the prototype for student success

Campus is a hybrid community college attempting to reimagine affordability and student support and double the typical completion rates for community college students, all the while ensuring its staff is working at a competitive wage. 

Overhauling campus dining for a new era

From improving employee retention to executing tech-enabled decision-making, the National Association of College & University Food Services' report is the most comprehensive research project on campus dining to date, according to NACUFS CEO Robert Nelson.

This design firm may have just the branding blueprint you need to appeal to Gen Z

The nationally respected design firm identifies the key aspects that define a generation marked by its pandemic-era development and all its characteristics exacerbated it: intuitive technological use, observational shrewdness and concern for societal advancement.

How these 3 U.S. universities are democratizing study abroad access

While a typical semester abroad can require a student to fork over north of $15,000, this multi-layered partnership is allowing first-generation students to cross the pond at a fraction of the price.

Student affairs leaders get real on counseling after COVID

In a panel hosted by TimelyCare, two student affairs leaders explain how they remain invigorated to help students despite the professional and logistical challenges that higher education has faced in the last three years. 

How community engagement is helping these colleges develop student career readiness

Colleges urging their students to break out of their comfort zones and engage with the community are developing core soft skills, a trait today's employers believe graduates don't posses. 

This for-profit college has 3 tips to improve your students’ ROI

Students from the American College of Education (ACE) earn nearly $20 for every dollar invested and 87% of graduates don't graduate with debt, according to Lightcast, a global leader in labor market analytics.

How the “next phase” of LGBTQ+ student support is stirring at this Ivy League

The University of Pennsylvania's Eidos LGBTQ+ Health initiative empowers all stakeholders to address the cultural gaps in healthcare that preclude its professionals from adequately caring for a growing demographic of the U.S. population.

4 ways to ensure underresourced students excel in dual enrollment outcomes

The Community College Research Center at Columbia University Teachers College has developed a new framework urging colleges and K12 districts to work together to ensure students take dual enrollment courses with vision, preparation and an eye toward postsecondary success.

These 3 religious colleges draw the ire of an LGBTQ+ watchdog

Schools this past year dodged Title IX statutes barring institutions from sexual discrimination since it contradicts its religious tenets.

Your support services are vital to student belonging. Here’s what’s getting in their way

While student support services correlate to higher levels of student belonging, roughly 50% are unaware of them, according to Tyton Partners' "Listening to Learners" 2023 report.

The 5 main reasons students seek mental health counseling

"Knowing the trends of what's going on with students can help inform them on their initiatives, what to bring onto their campus and what resources to promote," says Erin Andrews, Uwill's Director of Clinical Affairs.