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This edition of The Interview features Aniesha K. M., Vice President for Student Affairs at California State University-Sacramento. Aniesha took the time to speak with Co-Host of The Interview, Max Webber, to discuss why supporting students’ needs, and creating a community in which they can support each other even through disagreement, is vital for student success. Read the full conversation here 👇 https://lnkd.in/gyvT9ktz

Mental health challenges are at an all-time high in Higher Education, impacting students and staff alike. Rising workloads, financial pressures, and post-pandemic isolation are driving stress, anxiety, and burnout across campuses. In our latest article, we explore: ✅ How heavy workloads and economic pressures are fueling this crisis ✅ The importance of social connection and flexible support policies ✅ Innovative ways universities are addressing mental health challenges

This installment of The Interview features Kevin Jackson, Vice President for Student Life at Baylor University. In today’s conversation, Chris W. Mansfield, GoodCourse’s Client Services Lead, sat down with Kevin to chat about how Baylor approaches onboarding to foster a strong sense of belonging among students. Check out the full interview here 👇 https://lnkd.in/gsEE-Tvi

This edition of The Interview welcomes Del W. Beatty, Vice President (VP) of Student Affairs at Utah Tech University. In today’s conversation, Del took the time to chat with GoodCourse to share how his Student Affairs team plans and executes initiatives that make Utah Tech feel like home for its students. Check out the full interview here 👇 https://lnkd.in/guyudg7d

In the pursuit of academic excellence, universities must recognize that fostering a sense of inclusion and belonging is not just a moral imperative but a strategic necessity for ensuring equitable outcomes for students. Few understand this better than David Jones, Vice President for Student Affairs & Enrollment Management at Minnesota State University, Mankato. In today’s conversation, Co-Host Max Webber welcomed David back to The Interview to discuss topics including the challenge of fostering engagement during orientation, the sector’s recovery from the pandemic, and Minnesota State’s groundbreaking Equity 2030 initiative. Read the full interview here 👇 https://lnkd.in/gnkjN3nm

This edition of The Interview welcomes Teri Hall, Vice President for Student Affairs at Wichita State University. In today’s conversation, Co-Host of The Interview Max Webber sat down with Teri to discuss everything from strategies for building student engagement to the challenges of fostering civil conversations across political divides. Don’t miss it 👇 https://lnkd.in/gxYSs6EY

Creating a sense of inclusion and belonging within educational institutions is not just a moral imperative but a foundation for academic success. Through intentional programming and a commitment to active listening, schools can become havens for students from all walks of life. Max Webber, Co-Host of the Interview, sat down with Jeremy Battjes, Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs at the University of Arkansas, to talk about topics including free speech in higher education, the challenge of tackling hazing on campus, and the need for targeted support to meet students’ needs. Read the full conversation here 👇 https://lnkd.in/gSUD_cCP

This edition of The Interview welcomes Lisa Matye Edwards, Vice President of Student Affairs at Arapahoe Community College. In today’s conversation, Lisa sat down with Co-Host of The Interview, Max Webber, to share how her team navigates the complexities of serving a diverse student body, and creates initiatives that foster individual growth and success. Read the full conversation here 👇 https://lnkd.in/gSJZsG4t

In today's fast-paced world, the value of a university education goes beyond mere academic achievement; it lies in the creation of a holistic learning environment that nurtures students intellectually, emotionally, and socially. This ideal is at the heart of the work done by John Blackshear, Vice President for Student Life at the University of Rochester. John sat down with Max Webber, Co-Host of The Interview, to share his insights on everything from the need to foster dialogue and engagement across diverse perspectives to the importance of integrating student support across an entire institution. Check out the full interview below 👇 https://lnkd.in/gybHNXjs