Adjusting to typical academic pressures can be challenging for most students; college is not without many high-stress moments that can affect students’ motivation, self-esteem, and academic performance. To create the most supportive and effective learning environments, it is crucial that institutions understand motivation states and their impact on learning. Watch this recent webinar with academic […]
Academic researchers from the nonprofit WGU Academy shared insights into how institutions can better support underserved students at the 2021 ASU+GSV Summit. Their new research found that it is critical for colleges and universities to help these learners develop a sense of belonging at their institution, while also integrating social-emotional learning resources such as coaching […]
Promise programs are providing financial support and expanding access to higher education to underserved and minority populations, but many of these learners are unprepared for the challenges of college. When preparedness programs are offered, they are often scattershot and underdeveloped. Watch this recent webinar for an insightful discussion with leaders in academic and career readiness […]
Former Liberty University student Janay has gone viral for sharing some of the things she was written up for during her time at the Evangelical school in a video that's gotten nearly 1 million views.
The school said it considers many dimensions in screening applicants to the flagship campus, including different life experiences and economic circumstances.
Presented with a once-in-a-generation opportunity thanks to an unprecedented level of federal pandemic relief funds, some innovative higher ed leaders are finding ways to use COVID-19 stimulus funding to invest in solutions to a problem that existed long before the pandemic—affordability. Watch this recent webinar for a panel discussion hosted by author and higher ed […]
The impacts of the pandemic on higher education continue to be experienced and studied. How do students, faculty and higher ed leaders grade their education experiences over the past year? How well have courses met educational needs, and how engaged were faculty and students? How do students and faculty feel about the post-pandemic future? To […]
The irony is that college students, a population that largely avoided the flu last year, may now be at increased risk this year as many have returned to everyday campus life activities and social engagements.
Clark faces probation or up to six years in prison. Depending on his screening with community corrections, a third option of time at Hilltop House could be considered.
