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An Inclusive Approach to Increasing Access to Student Mental Health Services

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

In a recent article , Diverse outlined the various mental health challenges students face today and discussed how educators can offer more effective support. A primary component of this approach involves integrating mental health support with other basic student wellness services.

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Benefits of Integrating Service-Learning With Other High-Impact Practices

The Scholarly Teacher

Ford, The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga Jillian Saraney, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga Key Statement: Service-learning projects designed by students can meet community needs while elevating student learning, engagement, and success by integrating high-impact practices (HIPs) and HIP elements. Cherian, T.,

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5 Proven Student Engagement Strategies for The Fall!

Campus Groups

We know how critical the fall is for student engagement. It is when new students immerse themselves in college life and returning students renew with campus activities and traditions. This article outlines 5 student engagement strategies for the fall.

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Investing in Community Colleges

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Tying eligibility to participation in its TRIO College Success Program, the scholarship program gives each recipient – a first-generation student – $3,000 a year, renewable for up to two years. So far, the program has served 111 students, says Amanda Nipp, Northeast’s vice president of student services.

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Community Colleges Increase Housing Options

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Joshua Reda There are also students who don’t have stable or consistent homes who want a place to reside while pursuing their education. Another 100 more have indicated on their admissions application that they may have interest. This is a growing interest, it seems, every year.”

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Practical Pedagogy Tips for Educators at Minority-Serving Institutions

The Scholarly Teacher

Technology and writing centers, counseling services, and student health centers go unvisited (Medina & Posadas, 2012). Simple ways for faculty to increase student engagement with university services involve frequently and routinely advertising them and normalizing their use.

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Seal of Excelencia 2024

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Over the last five years, there has been an 11% increase in the four-year graduation rate for Latinx students. Targeted initiatives include first-year programs, academic resources, mentorship programs and student engagement activities. Hartnell engages in bilingual outreach efforts to graduating high school seniors.