In this episode of dotEDU, Jon Fansmith, Sarah Spreitzer, and Mushtaq Gunja analyze the presidential campaigns so far and discuss what the upcoming lame duck session of Congress could mean for higher education legislation. Then, Sarah and Mushtaq engage in an inspiring conversation with Ardis Eschenberg, Chancellor of Windward Community College, about how her institution is supporting student parents and breaking down barriers to their success. This episode highlights the unique needs and strengths of student parents at institutions across the nation.
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Here are some of the links and references from this week’s show:
dotEDU Live Post-Election Breakdown: What the 2024 Results Could Mean for Higher Education
American Council on Education | Nov. 6, 2024
Polls Are Tied, Voters Dig in and Harris, Trump Scratch for Any Advantage
The Washington Post | Oct. 29, 2024
Nate Silver: Here’s What My Gut Says About the Election, but Don’t Trust Anyone’s Gut, Even Mine
The New York Times | Oct. 23, 2024
Gaming Out the Lame Duck
Politico | Sept. 26, 2024
House Education Committee Advances Anti-Hazing Bill
Inside Higher Ed | Sept. 12, 2024
Ardis Eschenberg
Windward Community College
Higher Ed Changemakers Prototype Strategies to Support Student-Parent Success
ACE | September 24, 2024
Raising Expectations for Institutional Intervention: What Colleges and Universities Can Do to Support Student-Parent Success
ACE | September 19, 2024
Student-Parent Data: What We Know, What We Don’t, and How to Find Out
ACE | September 19, 2024
Pu‘uhonua: Places of Sanctuary
Windward Community College
Student Parent Story Dashboard
Windward Community College
Hānaiaulu Childcare Center
Windward Community College
Student-Parent Data: What We Know, What We Don't, and How to Find Out
ACE | September 19, 2024
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