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6 ways to foster political discourse on college campuses
Political discussions on campus can be a lot more productive if the right expectations are set. https://lnkd.in/gVGyS88J

Politics moderately influence college choices, with 1 in 6 students avoiding states with opposing views. Colleges should focus on authentic values, open dialogue, and personalized outreach to address concerns. Check out more of our findings in our latest rapid report: https://hubs.li/Q033qfWl0

I'm thrilled to announce the release of our latest research: The Politics of College Choice: How Students' Political Views Influence Where They Enroll. In this nation-wide study of college-bound high school juniors and seniors, we explore: -Students' political affiliations -The specific ways they believe college and state politics could impact their college experience -How students gauge the political climate of a state and college -The extent to which parents' political views impact college choice -How students feel about free speech and campus neutrality on divisive issues -Steps colleges can take to reassure apprehensive students A very special thanks to my brilliant research partner and co-author, Grant De Roo, who crafted our study and uncovered so many unique insights; the wildly talented Emelie P., Jenna MacFarlane, and Rachel Lee Newell, who turned our sticky notes and slides into something both beautiful and useful; Dion Spires, PMP, who made sure we delivered on time; and Jeff Kallay, who provided the inspiration for this topic. 🔗 in comments

A survey of high school juniors and seniors finds that the political climates of states increasingly influence their college admissions and decisions processes, additionally finding that about 1 in 4 will take their parents' political views into account when choosing colleges. #GreatCollegeAdvice #CollegeAdmissions #CollegeDecisions

As counselors, we are getting more frequent questions about how students can ensure that they find a campus home where they are comfortable being themselves. Whether you’re passionate about activism, seeking a diverse range of perspectives, or hoping for a place that’s more apolitical, finding a college that aligns with your values is essential. Our newest blog post shares some strategies for how to research and evaluate the political climate of a college during your search: https://loom.ly/qiODYyc

The political climate of a college and its state is a consideration for 3 out of 4 prospective students. But how does politics compare to other key factors like cost and reputation? It turns out, political considerations make up about one-fifth of a student's college choice. That percentage doesn't vary much based on political leanings, race/ethnicity, or household income, although it does vary quite a bit based on students' level of political activity. (More active = more emphasis). Check out more of our findings in our latest report, Politics and College Choice: How Student's Political Views Influence Where They Enroll. Link in comments.

Ensuring that campuses remain forums for both activism and scholarship is no easy task, especially in today’s polarized climate and in the glare of constant media scrutiny Institute for Citizens & Scholars president Rajiv Vinnakota identifies five key recommendations to help college leaders advance free inquiry even in moments of unrest that will likely occur on campuses this fall: 1. Set conduct rules, enforce them consistently and explain them constantly. 2. Masks off. 3. Keep outsiders outside. 4. Distinguish between violence and civil disobedience. 5. Listen to students with an open mind. Engage in good faith and require the same. Read the full article for more!

🚨What happens when students with extreme political views feel more comfortable speaking up than moderate students? Our new survey of 1,548 Canadian respondents revealed some topics students with strong political orientations are likely to out-talk moderate classmates on. These results pose a problem: research links extreme political orientation to cognitive inflexibility, overconfidence, and ideological bias. 🧑🎓 Students with strong political orientations are more likely to turn classroom discussions into echo chambers. #AcademicFreedom #EducationReform #Newsupdates #Selfcensorship #Academicnews #CanadianNews