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Coppin State University: A Renaissance of Purpose and Progress

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The center serves as a one-stop destination where students can access tutoring, academic advising, career counseling, and various support services designed to help them navigate their academic journey successfully. The introduction of the Fannie Jackson Coppin Scholars program has been another game-changer in student success.

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California Sets Ambitious 70% College Attainment Goal Amid Persistent Equity Gaps

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The College Futures Foundation emphasizes that reaching the 70% attainment goal will require collaboration across multiple stakeholders and a sustained commitment to addressing equity gaps.

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Student Success in STEM

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Strengthening K-12 Partnerships Collaborating with K-12 schools enhances the pipeline of underrepresented students into STEM. Embedded tutors in STEM courses give students immediate access to help, while support courses or refreshers address gaps in understanding and build a strong foundation for success.

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Data and Collaboration are the Key to Preserving Higher Ed’s Hard-Fought Equity Gains

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

This research showed significant increases in persistence for students who participated in tutoring programs and who received supplemental instruction. We learned that tutoring was immensely effective for males and African American students, in particular.

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How Tutoring Shapes Graduates for Life After College

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For students who engaged in tutoring during their college years, either as tutors or tutees, the moment of graduation holds particular significance. Peer learning initiatives help develop the kinds of competencies that higher education leaders champion: leadership, collaboration, resilience, and lifelong learning.

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How Peer Tutoring Fosters Student Belonging

Knack

Peer tutoring has long been recognized as a valuable tool for academic success, but its benefits extend far beyond the classroom. One of the most significant yet often overlooked impacts of peer tutoring is its ability to foster a profound sense of belonging among students.

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The Impact of Peer Tutoring in Business Education

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Peer tutoring programs, specifically tailored for colleges of business, present an effective way to bridge this gap. By fostering a system where students assist their peers academically, these programs help institutions address retention challenges while building a culture of collaboration and mutual success.