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2 weeks ago | 
universitybusiness.com | Michelle Gabrielle Centamore
As mental health challenges rise, education leaders are rethinking how campus spaces support wellness, safety and connection. A Wold State of Community Facility Design report found 86% of Americans—and 91% of Gen Z and Millennials—want mental health prioritized in public space design. “People no longer want institutional buildings that are just function-driven,” says Vaughn Dierks, partner at Wold and lead author of the report.
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1 month ago | 
universitybusiness.com | Michelle Gabrielle Centamore
Without international and immigrant-origin students, U.S. colleges could lose millions in enrollment and billions in economic impact, risking closures and talent loss, says a new report from the National Foundation for American Policy.
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1 month ago | 
universitybusiness.com | Michelle Gabrielle Centamore
"Esports is more than just playing games—it’s about connection, discipline and personal growth," says Baylor University's esports director, Adam Stanley.
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2 months ago | 
universitybusiness.com | Michelle Gabrielle Centamore
In-person students at West Valley-Mission Community College District will receive a weekly meal allowance equivalent to four meals to address student hunger. The credit is usable anytime during the week. High-need students may qualify for additional support. The 2023 Real College California Survey found that about 21% of the approximately 20,000 students attending West Valley-Mission Community College District experience food insecurity.
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2 months ago | 
universitybusiness.com | Michelle Gabrielle Centamore
Campus facilities are a growing concern for colleges and universities challenged by declining enrollment and rising costs, according to Gordian’s 2025 State of Facilities in Higher Education report. Now in its 12th year, the report warns that aging buildings and deferred maintenance will continue to put pressure on institutions that are limited in funding.
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2 months ago | 
longislandpress.com | Michelle Gabrielle Centamore
Raising a child with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) can upend a family’s world — that transformation can go unrecognized by those outside of it. Just as each child with autism presents unique characteristics, their parents face a wide spectrum of emotions and experiences every day, says these Long Island mothers. Close Never miss a storyNews, events, culture and more — delivered to you.
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2 months ago | 
universitybusiness.com | Michelle Gabrielle Centamore
As colleges and universities grapple with declining enrollment and increasing financial pressure, a new white paper from Acadeum points to a collaborative solution: course sharing. The report, titled “If You Love Them, Let Them Go,” highlights how allowing students to take courses at partner institutions can improve retention, support on-time graduation and generate significant revenue.
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Mar 27, 2025 | 
universitybusiness.com | Michelle Gabrielle Centamore
Black students at historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) are flourishing mentally at higher rates than their peers nationwide, according to a new UNCF report that also reveals significant gaps in mental health resources. The report, “Flourishing: Bolstering the Mental Health of Students at HBCUs and PBIs,” was conducted in partnership with UNCF’s Institute for Capacity Building, the Healthy Minds Network and The Steve Fund.
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Mar 20, 2025 | 
longislandpress.com | Michelle Gabrielle Centamore
Maintaining health and wellness is possible at any stage of life, experts say. Movement, proper nutrition and mindfulness can significantly enhance seniors’ well-being. “It’s never too late to adopt a healthy lifestyle,” said Dr. Raja Jaber, MD, medical director of Lifestyle Medicine Programs at Stony Brook. Close Never miss a storyNews, events, culture and more — delivered to you.
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Mar 18, 2025 | 
universitybusiness.com | Michelle Gabrielle Centamore
Today’s “modern learners” are reshaping how institutions approach recruitment, engagement and retention. A newly released study, “Engaging the Modern Learner: 2025 Report on the Preferences and Behaviors Shaping Higher Ed,” offers a decade-long analysis of how students evaluate and select schools, highlighting a shift toward career-focused decision-making, increased reliance on digital tools and a growing demand for flexibility.
