Felten: There's decades and decades and decades of research that says the quality of relationships students form with peers, with staff and with faculty are really foundational for their learning, their well-being, their sense of belonging, their persistence, their success—all the good stuff that happens with undergraduate education. We've known that for decades and decades.
Mowreader: With mentorship being such a crucial component to student success, what are some effective strategies or frameworks that institutions can implement to ensure students not only find mentors, but also build meaningful connections?
Krechel: It's essential that we prepare our faculty and staff to step into mentorship roles because their confidence in mentoring can significantly influence a student’s experience and outcome.
Felten: When students have someone they feel is invested in them, whether it's through mentorship or just general connection, it positively affects their mental health and academic success. College is especially challenging for students from historically marginalized backgrounds.
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