The first-year experience is critical to student success—but for many incoming students, especially first-generation or those from rural areas, the transition to university life can be overwhelming. Without prior exposure to academic systems or strong support networks, students often face self-doubt, imposter syndrome, and barriers to accessing key resources.
Read MoreFostering a sense of belonging and community among online learners is proving to be crucial for improving their engagement and persistence. Join us to explore how the University of North Texas (UNT) has successfully addressed this challenge. Learn about their strategic implementation of digital communities, initiated by the UNT Division of Digital Strategy & Innovation (DSI), which resulted in a significant 13% increase in retention rates among online students.
Read MoreFostering a sense of belonging and community among online learners is proving to be crucial for improving their engagement and persistence. Join us to explore how the University of North Texas (UNT) has successfully addressed this challenge. Learn about their strategic implementation of digital communities, initiated by the UNT Division of Digital Strategy & Innovation (DSI), which resulted in a significant 13% increase in retention rates among online students.
Read More4-Part Webinar Series - Digital communities are transforming how institutions globally connect, engage, and support diverse student populations. These on-demand, deeply integrated spaces enhance the potential for building organic social capital and enabling data-driven decisions that propel institutions of all sizes forward. Join us to learn how institutions like the University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC), Arizona State University (ASU), University of North Texas (UNT), Alamo Community College District, and Rio Salado College use digital communities to connect learners with the people, resources, and relationships they need to thrive in college and beyond.
Read MoreWhen commuting to in-person courses becomes too challenging, how do you support remote adult learners and maintain a sense of community and identity? Join us to explore how The Smurfit Business School at University College Dublin has addressed this issue.
Read MoreJoin us on Wednesday, June 12th at 11 AM MDT for a panel discussion on the continuously evolving landscape of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in higher education.
Read MoreThe knowledge gained in classes is just one aspect of a rich higher education experience. The connections students make and the relationships they build contribute to the full value of their education experience. But for online students, building these networks can be complicated or overwhelming. Digital communities offer a robust platform for virtual learners to grow their social networks, providing academic support, a strong sense of peer connection, and long-term professional opportunities.
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