Your May EAB Briefing Monthly Round-Up: May 2025 - Mental Health Awareness
Greetings!
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and in this edition, we’re highlighting the tools and campus strategies that support well-being for both students and staff. From closing early career readiness gaps to boosting student success through peer tutoring, we’ve pulled together insights that recognize how mental health connects to every part of the education experience. Whether you’re supporting students, colleagues, or yourself, take a look at the resources below!
How leveraging technology can prepare students for career success
Higher ed institutions are facing increased pressure from all sides to improve career outcomes for graduates. And with the release of the Carnegie Foundation’s “student access and earnings” classification last month, universities must find new ways to prioritize career readiness and job placement. The following insight paper—Bridging the Early Career Readiness Gap With Student-Facing Technology—explores how student success leaders can respond while balancing limited resources and staffing challenges. Some key insights include:
Freeze summer melt at community colleges with these 4 tips
Summer is a critical window for community colleges in order to keep new students engaged and ensure they complete their enrollment steps. However, staff often have limited summer availability, making it difficult to provide one-on-one support when students need it most. Thankfully, advances in AI are bridging the gap by offering round-the-clock guidance, streamlining communication, and removing barriers to enrollment. Check out four ways institutions can use AI-powered tools to help students make it from summer to the first day of class.
Peer tutoring can empower student success
How can we best help students do well in college? In this episode of Office Hours with EAB, Ed Venit chats with Knack co-founder and CEO Samyr Qureshi about how peer tutoring can make a difference for students who need extra support. They discuss why student-led tutoring options—especially ones that happen online or after hours—are helping more learners succeed. Take a listen to the episode to get some fresh ideas on how to expand academic support without stretching your budget.
Refresh, rebuild, and reconnect your staff this summer
In today’s ever-evolving education landscape, enrollment teams need professional development and morale-boosting activities more than ever. While this industry comes with constant changes and daily pressures, there are still plenty of ways to show your appreciation to your team. In this article, we’ve outlined ten ways to create a great summer staff retreat and strengthen team morale.
Get the right resources to support your higher ed community
For students, staff, and faculty, the focus on mental health and well-being is stronger than ever. As a result, the momentum is here for institutions to make new strategic investments to better support mental health now and in the decade ahead. Our Mental Health Resource Collection features 20 insights that best support institutions in their efforts to improve mental wellness in students from grade school to grad school. Examine the center to help your district, college, or university meet the escalating demand for mental health support.
Until next time,
The EAB Briefing Team
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