STUDENT SERVICES ON CAMPUS: SUPPORTING OLDER STUDENTS
2024
Supporting Older Students on Campus
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Author Information
Author(s): Galucia Natalie
Primary Institution: Washington University in St. Louis
Hypothesis
How can universities better support older students amidst shifting age demographics?
Conclusion
Universities need to embrace age-diversity and create support systems for older students.
Supporting Evidence
- Universities are experiencing shifts in age distributions of students.
- Staff members acknowledged the challenges and opportunities related to age-diversity.
- Affinity groups for non-traditionally aged students were suggested as a strategy.
Takeaway
Colleges are seeing more older students and need to help them feel included and supported.
Methodology
The studies involved focus groups and discussions with staff from admissions, career services, and DEI offices.
Participant Demographics
Staff members in student services and DEI officers from various universities.
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