A college advising coalition working to increase college access redoubles its efforts to keep high school seniors and juniors focused on college enrollment.
Contact tracing of individuals diagnosed with coronavirus has become a new academic program at colleges and universities as states and communities attempt to reopen despite the continued spread of COVID-19.
In economic downturns, community college enrollment often rises as students of all ages look to save money or learn new skills after they've lost jobs.
The damage done to students' mental health by the coronavirus outbreak and ensuing college closures has surprised even researchers at a student advocacy organization.
The future will be shaped by those whose education is now preparing them for their contributions to whatever comeback we envision, say UB guest columnists Jo Allen and Andrew K. Benton, of Meredith College and Pepperdine U, respectively. Our investment in students could not be more critical.
Though sedentary behavior and screen time raise cause for concern, especially during the coronavirus pandemic, experts agree that setting too many boundaries for students can lead to negative outcomes.
