We need to redesign higher education as an experience that helps students harmonize education, work and family—instead of pitting them against each other.
Earning a college degree comes with its own challenges, and, a recent study shows, students were not prepared to add a global pandemic to their course load.
"We are really the only option for students who are trying to create access to higher education," says Zaneta Encarnacion, chief of staff to the superintendent/president of the Southwestern Community College District.