Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 13, 2023

To help them, colleges are going beyond academic support. These factors make it harder for first-gen students to function in institutions that were developed for elite whites. Indeed, six years after entering college, 56% of first-gen students have not earned any post-secondary credential.

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First generation Students Instruction Mental health 312

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

“All of this reflects our commitment to serve our students and also our community by addressing the Bay Area’s need for a highly skilled workforce.” Sul Ross State University Sul Ross State University (SRSU) is a public HSI located in Alpine, Texas, with instructional sites along the U.S.-Mexico

Retention 325

Retention Mentoring Financial aid Grant 325

School & Student Services by Community Brands

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Schools can directly communicate with these families, highlighting the specific financial benefits and support services available to transfer students. Assigning a dedicated staff member to assist transfer students with the financial aid process can provide additional support and guidance.

Financial aid 52

Financial aid Tutoring Placement Students 52

Civitas Learning

OCTOBER 10, 2024

By investing time and resources into supporting faculty, higher education institutions can help bridge academic and systemic gaps by: Addressing Academic Gaps: Offering professional development helps faculty become stronger instructors, improves early alert communication, and enhances student outcomes.

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Student success Faculty Success Instruction 89

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 9, 2023

The Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) supports first-generation, low-income students, 81% of whom are Latino, in overcoming social and economic barriers to higher education. The data show that Latino students are not only participating actively but are completing the program and graduating at high levels. “We

Retention 336

Retention Facilitation Faculty First generation 336

EAB

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Academic support: Preparing for the increase in demand for math tutoring and academic support later in the decade. Developmental education: Implementing or expanding credit-bearing supplemental instruction models in anticipation of increased demand.

Student success 59

Student success Success Mental health Students 59

Supporting Student Success

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

As a result of participating in the program, students reported an overall decrease in concern in areas including attendance of online lectures, comprehending course material, and accessing both student and academic support. Math Ready. Study Ready.

Student affairs 52

Student affairs Curriculum Online learning Faculty 52