My first job out of prison was as a warehouse laborer earning minimum wage. The job was mind numbing and backbreaking, and didn't offer benefits. Then, I received a call from the local university for a clerical position; it was the opportunity I desperately needed, and it changed the trajectory of my life.

As online education grows increasingly popular, brick-and-mortar institutions are turning to new state-of-the-art facilities to help recruit and retain students. While recruitment remains a priority, rising costs associated with these buildings is an increasingly concern for educational leaders.

This web seminar focused on strategies and best practices for using online learning to support a CBE approach at any college or university. Sponsored content by D2L.

Charleston Southern University has constructed its first new residence hall in more than 30 years. A second 52,000-square-foot student housing facility will soon follow.