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Driving Global Economic Success Through Diversity and Prosperity in STEM Education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Multiple academic studies have demonstrated that encouraging children to pursue a science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) career gives them a distinct business advantage later in life. For this reason, STEM education suffers from an absence of student diversity spurred by financial burdens and obstacles.

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The Role of Academic Advising Software from Freshman Year to Graduation

Creatrix Campus

Institutions can help students stay on track and succeed by connecting them with meaningful activities from the beginning of their academic experience by coordinating best practices with theories of student development. How do academic advising software assist students in course selection, major exploration, and goal setting?

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“Move-in melt” is on the rise: Why it’s happening and 3 strategies to fight it

EAB

Value-focused messages will help you dispel misconceptions by emphasizing the knowledge and relevant job skills student develop at your institution. Emphasize the breadth and depth of support services that promote student success and well-being.