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From Stop-out to Dean’s List: Jennifer’s Return to College

12 Feb
Going back to school can be a daunting decision for many, especially when life presents unexpected challenges. For Jennifer, the journey to complete her bachelor’s degree was not only about academic achievement, but also about overcoming personal hurdles and making the most of opportunities that arose along the way. The Decision to Return to School Jennifer's motivation to return to school stemmed from a deep desire to finish what she had started. After facing financial barriers, she almost gave up on her dream of earning a degree. But just when things seemed uncertain, a turning point came when she received a phone
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Categories: Students

myFootpath Partners with Felician University

04 Feb
Chicago, Illinois – 2/5/2025 - myFootpath, a leading higher education service provider for over 20+ years, has announced a new partnership with Felician University, a private university located in Rutherford, New Jersey. This partnership shares a common mission to transform lives by reengaging and graduating nontraditional students who may have stumbled along the path to degree completion. In this partnership, myFootpath will bring in-depth student data analysis, innovative technology solutions and dedicated one-on-one coaching to Felician University.  Today’s announcement underscores the significant demand of institutions looking for better solutions to reduce the number of stop-out students. According to the National Student
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adult learner

Teresa’s Inspiring Journey

27 Jan
Teresa’s path to earning her degree has been anything but conventional, and her story is a powerful testament to perseverance, self-worth, and community support. When Teresa first started her college journey, she was facing significant challenges, including housing insecurity. Armed with just a Chromebook and determination, she completed her assignments by hopping between public Wi-Fi hotspots. Despite the hurdles, she never let her circumstances define her. One of the driving forces behind Teresa’s decision to return to school was her commitment to helping others. A person in long-term recovery, she felt a calling to support individuals overcoming addiction. This passion led her
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Tasha’s Road Back to School

03 Dec
Returning to school as an adult is no small feat. It requires courage, resilience, and a belief in the power of education. Tasha, a current Bachelor's student, embodies all these qualities. Her journey from overcoming personal challenges to achieving her academic goals serves as an inspiration for anyone considering a return to school later in life. Overcoming Early Challenges Tasha’s educational journey was marked by sacrifices from the start. As a teenager, she dropped out of high school to care for her premature baby brother. But she never lost sight of her goals. When she was able to get back into class,
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Categories: News & Research, Students, Uncategorized

Continuing and Online Education in Higher Ed

16 Jul
Presently, continuing and online learning has never been more crucial in higher education and professional settings. The demands of the current and future workforce, coupled with an increasingly digital economy, create a strong nexus with higher education. Additionally, declining state funding and significant enrollment drops due to demographic shifts, lingering Covid impacts, and growing skepticism of the value of a college degree highlight the urgent need for new revenue sources to ensure the viability of most colleges and universities– many of which lack robust endowments to help buffer these losses. Opportunities for Engagement and Revenue Despite these challenges, opportunities exist to engage
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Categories: News & Research, Universities

It Takes New Enrollment Efforts To Get Results

07 May
It Takes New Enrollment Efforts To Get Results Today Maybe there have been times as tumultuous as these, however, I do not remember them. We had real estate and economic crises a while ago. They negatively affected higher education enrollment, yet today’s publicly expressed anti-university sentiment seems new to me. It is true that some institutions cost more than a mortgage in a nice area, and that some do not see more than half of their incoming students graduate within six years. I am going to chalk that up to poor management.  However, with anecdotal evidence of having been an enrollment
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Categories: News & Research, Uncategorized, Universities

Tailoring Academic Support for Success

22 Apr
Military Students: Tailoring Academic Support for Success As educational institutions are considering the resources and associated costs for supporting adult students, they should also be considering the needs of specialized segments of the adult student market, such as military students. Military students, both active-duty service members and veterans, face unique challenges that go beyond those mentioned for adult learners in general.  Here are some additional support needs specific to this population: Personal Transitioning to and from military service: support with academic reintegration after deployment or adjusting to civilian academic expectations after military training. This might include flexible deadlines, course materials accessibility during
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Categories: News & Research, Students, Universities

Understanding the True Needs of Adult Students

03 Apr
Dispelling Myths: Understanding the True Needs of Adult Students in Higher Education Inherent biases within institutions, despite all good intentions, play a significant role in shaping budget planning and strategic decisions aimed at re-engaging adult students. Here are some common myths and the realities behind them: Myth #1: Adult students are only interested in online learning. Reality: While online options are attractive due to flexibility, many adult students value classroom interaction and building peer relationships. They may seek hybrid formats or opportunities for in-person discussions and group work. Myth #2: Adult students prefer independent learning and minimal support.
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