As a Jesuit university alum, I was not surprised to see donor impact stories on Santa Clara University’s giving site centered around a commitment of service to others.

Students and alumni share research that is bringing about positive change in schools

In a guest post for Inside Higher Ed’s Call to Action blog, I shared three steps for higher ed communications and advancement professionals looking to increase donor gifts by infusing content into the...

In a guest post for Inside Higher Ed’s Call to Action blog, I shared three steps for higher ed communications and advancement professionals looking to increase donor gifts by infusing content into the...

How the bipartisan center of education reform was destroyed by extremes on both sides, leaving student achievement—the only thing that matters—as the biggest casualty

A common theme across psychological research on belonging in school has been a focus on the social—on the quality of students’ connections to others in the school environment. In this review, I argue ...

A bold full-page photo of Lewis & Clark students surrounding a “thank you” sign as they gather the steps of the Odell Annex building is what friends of the Portland, Ore., college see when they click ...

An idea from a University Business magazine article source 12 years ago has stayed with me, and in 2025 it’s more relevant than ever.

Alumni serve as career counselors and industry experts for students, helping them develop professionally.

As the National Institutes of Health and the National Science Foundation review grants and programming for verboten topics—including DEI and “gender ideology”—many researchers aren’t sure if their pro...

A new initiative at Bucknell University seeks to bridge participation gaps between first-generation, low-income students and their peers in terms of who’s participating in study away global education.

Sara Custer, editor-in-chief of Inside Higher Ed, joins Trusted Voices to discuss the current state of the higher ed sector.

Professors sometimes cancel class when conflicts arise. A new program at Old Dominion University encourages faculty members to schedule guest lectures on key student wellness issues instead.

A recent analysis finds placing students directly into college-level courses, rather than a more precise placement system, is key to learners’ success.

Student Voice survey data indicates that students trust professors most and the president and other senior leaders least. What makes students trust certain campus groups more than others and how can t...

The University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana staffs a 24/7 Christmas carol call center in a student residence hall, sharing musical holiday joy with callers from around the world.

From what professors can do to boost students’ academic success to how confident students are about their futures, here’s what you need to know from Inside Higher Ed’s Student Voice 2024 survey cycle ...

A new tool at Bucknell University helps the registrar’s office develop an exam timetable that both accommodates faculty and reduces inconvenient timing for students.

A December report from the Brookings Institute identifies three evidence-based strategies that promote student persistence and completion and future considerations for higher education leaders.

College students indicate they have a preference for learning using case studies or real-world applications. Here’s how faculty members can integrate that into their curriculum.

In a new episode of Voices of Student Success, hear from a college administrator and faculty member about how generative AI can supplement student learning and fill prior knowledge gaps.

Student Voice data looks at what the college experience was like for those who stopped out. Their lack of engagement in activities compared to current students emerges as a key characteristic to consi...

Over half of students believe their professors are at least somewhat responsible for being a mentor to them. Faculty weigh in on the feasibility of this effort.

The Class of 2028 is the first college cohort to have the entirety of their high school experience disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic. In the areas of health and wellness and campus culture, what’s di...

In a new Student Voice flash poll, very few students—even very few Trump voters—say their institution is doing too much to support them postelection.

As the associate vice provost of student success and retention at Texas A&M, Williams has come a long way from his start as an international student at a community college in New Jersey. He shares how...

In a new episode of Voices of Student Success, hear from two college leaders about how they’re integrating life design principles into students’ learning and career preparation for holistic support.

In a new Student Voice flash poll, very few students—even very few Trump voters—say their institution is doing too much to support them postelection.

A recent report from the Association of College and University Educators and the Lumina Foundation found students evaluated their courses based on four primary factors.

The former WWE executive has served on the board of Sacred Heart University since 2004 but has few other ties to higher ed.

Students say they are hesitant to engage in discussions on complicated topics. Here are some ways colleges and universities are teaching them to participate confidently in constructive dialogues with ...

ElevateU at the University of Montana helps embed career competencies into all required courses for students, guaranteeing professional growth and skill building for every learner.

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An on-campus clothing store and diaper subscription service address the financial challenges faced by parenting students at Fresno State.

Colby College trains students to work as writing fellows who support faculty members in writing-intensive courses.

Faculty members can make exams more meaningful and encourage better study habits for students by assigning post-test reflections.

In a new episode of Voices of Student Success, hear about the evolving role of the library to integrate technology and student support resources for equity and accessibility.

Two University of Knoxville, Tennessee, executive leaders share their perspectives on the institution’s strengths-based, people-first approaches to student success, including ideas that others might m...

In our 2024 Student Voice survey, undergraduates reveal how involved they are in the college experience, how much they think participation benefits them and what changes their institutions could make ...

Long gone are the days when career centers serving higher ed institutions were mainly focused on helping seniors in their final push toward graduation. Many colleges and universities are focused on he...