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The community college leader’s guide to overcoming ‘new initiative’ anxiety
Discover three common anxieties that college leaders face before launching a new student success program, as well as strategies to overcome each one.
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Q&A: How members implement Guided Pathways
Cynthia Pascal, acting Director of Student Services at Northern Virginia Community College, chats with EAB's Melinda Salaman about helping students find the right major and Guided Pathways, and shares her advice for college leaders who hope to engage advisors in institutional change.
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How to achieve liberal arts outcomes with Guided Pathways
Most community college students assume that a liberal arts education is unattainable for them, but the Guided Pathways model can change this. Learn how pathways can incorporate traditional elements of a liberal arts education into the community college experience.
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Why do fiscally conscientious students default on their loans?
Too many students default on their student loans, but it's not because they're poor money managers. Explore the reasons behind the high number of defaults and what community college leaders can do to help.
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3 ways to engage students in the perfect program
Colleges that engage students in picking the right career path from the start reap the benefits of higher retention rates because students are better suited for their majors. Learn three ways community college leaders can be proactive in implementing top-notch career counseling.
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How community college leaders can kickstart innovation on campus
Learn why our experts recommend design thinking as the optimal framework to inspire and lead innovation on campus. Read about the three key tenets of a design thinking approach and how you can leverage them to bring holistic change to your institution.
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Expanded Pell proposals and the challenges of financial incentives
The Obama administration's recent Pell Grant initiatives are a move in the right direction to help students graduate on time, but don't go far enough for community college students. Learn about the particular challenges facing community college students and the additional support they require.
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The art of effective student communication
Melinda Salaman sat down with Rebecca Gholson, Executive Director of the Center for Plain Language, to discuss how community college leaders can reduce jargon to develop clearer student communications.
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3 crucial steps to supporting incarcerated students
Ensure incarcerated students are able to achieve success at your institution.
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