Students and faculty rallied across the country in a Day of Action for Higher Education. (Joseph Prezioso/Getty Images)
Students, faculty and staff at colleges around the country rallied on Thursday, the "Day of Action for Higher Education," in support of higher education and in protest of federal policies perceived to threaten it. The threats include visa revocations and perceived restrictions on academic freedom under the Trump administration.
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Mentoring is a crucial aspect of higher education, with over half of college students expecting professors to help guide their career development, according to surveys. Despite its importance, many faculty members lack formal mentoring training, which poses a challenge in the current educational landscape. Maria Wisdom, a faculty advancement leader at Duke University, emphasizes the growing need for effective mentoring in her book, offering strategies to support students and faculty in an evolving academic environment.
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Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker has proposed legislation that would allow community colleges to offer bachelor's degrees in fields such as nursing and advanced manufacturing to address workforce needs and make higher education more accessible. The bill is particularly significant for rural students who face challenges in commuting to universities and could benefit from local, affordable four-year programs.
The University of Scranton has introduced an innovative internship program in partnership with the Lackawanna County District Attorney's Office. This program allows students to utilize their cybersecurity skills by assisting county detectives with extracting and analyzing data from cellphones and computers, aiding in cases such as drug investigations and violent crimes. The initiative provides students practical experience and strengthens ties with community leaders, enhancing local career prospects.
A report from the Campaign for College Opportunity highlights the challenges faced by Black students in higher education and offers strategies for improvement. The report notes that only 42% of Black students at public four-year institutions graduate within six years. It spotlights successful programs such as Sacramento State University's Black Honors College and the City University of New York's Black Male Initiative.
