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Your support services are vital to student belonging. Here’s what’s getting in their way

University Business

The more students are aware of the various support services on campus, such as in academic advising, mental health and financial aid, the more they report positive rates of belonging, according to a new report from Tyton Partners. Simply informing students of such services may not be enough.

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What We’re Learning About the Dual Enrollment Student Experience

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

When asked about support services, 51% of respondents said they had not interacted with an academic advisor from the community college. African American and Latino students were less likely than white students to mark earning credit toward a four-year degree as a reason for participating in dual enrollment.

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Time for Action on Off-Campus Housing

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

In Portland, multiple community colleges and universities benefit from the work of College Housing Northwest, a nonprofit operating properties offering below market rent and supportive services exclusively for college students (in full disclosure, I’m collaborating with CHNW to expand their effort).

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Undergraduate Enrollment Shows Growth for Second Year

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Our holistic support services including food pantries, tutoring, counseling, athletics, clubs, organizations and our cultural centers create opportunities for our students to thrive. In particular, we have seen an increase in utilization and supports around student wellness and mental health.”

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Report Shows Small Changes in Post-High School College Enrollment

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

At the country day school, in addition to school resources students’ parents would utilize private tutors and other outside support services. Those students also had access to test preparation for ACT and SAT examinations.

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Housing First, Graduation Follows: Lessons from the College Housing Assistance Program

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The evaluation also highlighted the need for additional support services to address the unique challenges faced by students experiencing homelessness. Emergency funds are required to help students afford utilities, security deposits, and so on.

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Report Presents New Approach to Increasing Completion Rates at Public Institutions

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

CCA’s completion-goals funding advocates for the funding to be allocated up front, thus giving public institutions the funds to provide adequate support services which will lead to improving outcomes and meeting state completion goals. Best practices would be utilized and the results carefully tracked.