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Fundraising During Uncertain Times: What Not to Do

EAB

Indeed, during the 2008-2009 recession, giving fell along with the economy, and it took three years for philanthropy to start growing again. Understandably, fundraisers don’t want to seem tone-deaf to the possible financial hardships or fears of their constituents. But there are also significant risks to halting solicitations altogether.

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6 trends impacting community college enrollment in 2023

EAB

It’s easy to understand how these barriers make it impossible for students to start, or finish, their education without deliberate support from student affairs professionals. Even more impressively, going back to the fall 2008 cohort there has been a 4% improvement in completion rates. Community colleges have seen a.9%

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Mental Health and Learning Among Students with Marginalized Sociodemographic Identities

Supporting Student Success

Stress is more likely to be experienced as positive or performance enhancing when we have sufficient control over a situation, perceive a reasonable ability to overcome the stressor, and have access to positive psychosocial supports and safe environments. Stress and Mental Health in Marginalized Sociodemographic Groups. Mitigating Barriers.