Institutional Capacity
Federal Government Recognizes Food Insecurity on College Campuses and Calls for Better Access to Food Assistance Benefits
A new report from the Government Accountability Office (GAO) finds that while colleges have made efforts to support students who experience food insecurity, many eligible students lack access to government resources such as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
College administrators meet to find solutions to reduce student poverty
A growing number of colleges are trying to help poor students meet their basic needs and remove barriers that keep them from graduating.
Answering the Retention Question
Research confirms that meeting the basic needs of students helps students get to the finish line.
Opinion | Back-to-School Advice for College Trustees
Many institutions offer no training for newly arrived board members. Here are some tips from a veteran.
New Report Community College Students and Libraries
The report, "Amplifying Student Voices: The Community College Libraries and Academic Support for Student Success Project," found that two-year students see their institutions as accessible and affordable, but they face challenges when balancing work, finances, their classes, transportation to and from campus, and navigating the resources colleges offer.
Promising Community College Practices for Student Parent Success
More than 2 million community college students in the United States are parents of children under 18. Student parents benefit from large earnings gains once earning their degree; community colleges can support their graduation by providing services to help balance family and school responsibilities.
