News: Office of Undergraduate Education and High-Impact Practices

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FYE supports incoming first-year and transfer students through engagement opportunities on campus, increasing belongingness and making the transition to campus life smoother as they begin their academic journeys. 

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Students explore the importance of conversation around diverse experiences.

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People |

Meet a rising star in the 51ԹϺ community who recently received the Junior Administrative Faculty of the Year award.

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People |

The associate vice provost for student success knows firsthand how providing opportunities and encouragement to students of all backgrounds can influence academic achievement.

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The immersive experience for high-achieving students aimed at solving urban planning issues.

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Karen Violanti and her team work to give first-year students support and confidence as they transition to college.

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The biggest obstacle to student success often isn't a student's inate abilities. Here's how programs like Math Bridge and peer mentoring are helping.

Ruth McKoin is the third-place recipient in the 2020 Classified Employee of the Year Awards.
People |

Ruth McKoin, a 2020 Classified Employee of the Year winner, on the 'beautifully intelligent' people who've helped her grow.

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51ԹϺ replaces remedial courses with “corequisite” courses so incoming students don't fall behind before they even start college.

Portrait of Cecilia Maldonado the associate vice provost for workforce development
People |

This expert in workforce development says today's students may change careers eight to 12 times during their lives.

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Just how usable are your handouts, videos, and Canvas course postings? New Office of Accessibility Resources helps ensure your digital communication can be understood by all.

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A lesson in the challenges people with disabilities face has turned Philip Voorhees into a leader for higher education.