Tuition Discounts, Vaccines, and Mental Health: CC Weekly News Roundup
What's new in higher ed this week?
What's new in higher ed this week?
- After a tumultuous last year of college, the Class of 2021 tries to adjust to post-college life in a pandemic.
- The average tuition discount at private colleges reaches an all-time high.
- Professors say they need more training on how to support students' mental health.
- President of West Texas A&M sends personalized videos to all admitted students in an attempt to grow enrollment.
- More colleges announce their policies on vaccinations for incoming students.
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