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6 community college trends to watch in 2025

To maintain this forward momentum, community colleges must stay ahead of key trends that could impact the sector,…
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What recent federal policy changes could mean for community colleges

As federal policies continue to evolve, community colleges must stay informed, flexible, and mission aligned. By staying engaged…
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Are your dual enrollment students sticking around?

Discover how to use technology to build a retention strategy for dual enrollment students beyond high school graduation.…
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Guided Pathways needs to evolve for 2025

When Guided Pathways launched in 2017, many community colleges jumped right into reforming their student success strategies. In…
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  • Confessions of a community college secret shopper

    In coordination with EAB members across the country, our research team conducted ‘secret shopping’ exercises at colleges in 25 states and catalogued over 800 hours observing and role-playing the new student experience.

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  • Look beyond demographics to serve students better

    Student success initiatives based on demographic risk indicators are well-intentioned but often misguided. Learn how you can collect better information about students to identify those students who truly need extra support—and empower those who don't.

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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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