The key to community college success: Mentorship Mahnaz Charania The key to community college success: Mentorship How can community colleges optimize their value and continue to serve students as a gateway to opportunity? Feb 11, 2021 Mahnaz Charania
Alumni networks reimagined: Innovations expanding alumni connections to improve postsecondary pathways Julia Freeland Fisher Alumni networks reimagined: Innovations expanding alumni connections to improve postsecondary pathways A range of technology tools and alumni engagement models are emerging that could help postsecondary institutions drive improvements in students’ experiences while on campus, and bolster graduates’ long-term ROI in a ... Feb 2, 2021 Julia Freeland Fisher
Two high school models reveal how virtual internships can still provide work-based learning’s most critical asset Mahnaz Charania Two high school models reveal how virtual internships can still provide work-based learning’s most critical asset How can schools and employers ensure that students build new, high-quality relationships during virtual internships? Oct 21, 2020 Mahnaz Charania
Facebook Campus: Repeating history misses the mark on students’ futures Julia Freeland Fisher Facebook Campus: Repeating history misses the mark on students’ futures Campus could be a fresh start for Zuckerberg to experiment with new algorithms aimed at furnishing college students with a range of supportive, inspiring, career-expanding connections. Will it? Probably not. Sept 16, 2020 Julia Freeland Fisher
Reflections on research: The importance of students’ relationships in closing opportunity gaps Christensen Institute Reflections on research: The importance of students’ relationships in closing opportunity gaps Julia Freeland Fisher joins MENTOR’s Reflection on Research podcast to talk about her book, Who You Know: Unlocking Innovations That Expand Students’ Networks and discuss […] Aug 12, 2020 Christensen Institute
The promise of campus connections: A liability or an impetus for innovation? Julia Freeland Fisher The promise of campus connections: A liability or an impetus for innovation? Is college really college without relationships? And do colleges actually provide myriad social connections reliably enough to justify the high price of tuition? Aug 12, 2020 Julia Freeland Fisher
What students can do on a gap year during the pandemic Michael B. Horn What students can do on a gap year during the pandemic From being part of a "Corona Corps" to a "tutor corps," the options for students considering a gap year can be conducive to productivity and transformation. May 7, 2020 Michael B. Horn
Social connections matter now more than ever. Here’s how schools can prioritize them. Julia Freeland Fisher Social connections matter now more than ever. Here’s how schools can prioritize them. Education systems need to triage a social crisis, not just an academic one. Apr 2, 2020 Julia Freeland Fisher
3 relationships schools shouldn’t underestimate in closing opportunity gaps Julia Freeland Fisher 3 relationships schools shouldn’t underestimate in closing opportunity gaps There are other relationships outside of the one between student and teacher that can offer real value to students, and bolster outcomes for institutions. Mar 3, 2020 Julia Freeland Fisher
Don’t discount the power of students’ acquaintances to expand supports and horizons Julia Freeland Fisher Don’t discount the power of students’ acquaintances to expand supports and horizons Research shows why the 'strength of weak ties' in students' lives should not go ignored. Feb 19, 2020 Julia Freeland Fisher
The next decade of disruption in education? Unlocking networks Julia Freeland Fisher The next decade of disruption in education? Unlocking networks The last decade witnessed the meteoric rise of online learning. The next decade will be about edtech that expands connections. Jan 7, 2020 Julia Freeland Fisher
Why this former school principal is igniting new social networks across Boston neighborhoods Julia Freeland Fisher Why this former school principal is igniting new social networks across Boston neighborhoods How a new community-based model is leveraging tech and financial incentives to cultivate relationships among Boston residents. Dec 10, 2019 Julia Freeland Fisher