Background
Larisa Hussak is a consultant on the Community College Executive Forum. She is responsible for conducting the forum's research on student success and campus strategy. In particular, her research identifies innovative academic, enrollment, and service models that prepare colleges to serve the students of the future.
Before joining EAB, Larisa spent nine years in higher education as a student, inst
Education
Larisa earned her doctorate and master’s degree in developmental psychology from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. She received a B.A. with honors in psychology from the University of Chicago.
Research and Insights
3 things community colleges get wrong about strategy—and how to get them right
Here are three common mistakes to avoid when it comes to community college strategic planning.
We asked 1,600+ college leaders about their Guided Pathways progress. Here’s what we found.
The Community College Executive Forum launched a Guided Pathways diagnostic to help community colleges assess their progress and identify areas for improvement.
Taking Action on Student Equity
As the community college landscape continues to evolve, leaders face a critical imperative: improve student outcomes for at-risk populations and close chronic gaps in achievement.
