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The Needs of Parenting Students: A Research Brief by Child Trends

The Needs of Parenting Students: A Research Brief by Child Trends

The needs of students are influenced by their intersectional identities, and for a significant number of students in the United States—nearly 1 in 5—that identity includes being a parent. New research has found that students who are also parents require specific supports to successfully care for their children and perform well academically. Researchers implemented the New Mexico College Student Experience…

HOPE Building Block Series #4: Emotional Growth

HOPE Building Block Series #4: Emotional Growth

In the previous installment of our HOPE Building Blocks series, we explored the importance of safe, stable, and equitable environments. This month, we will highlight the Emotional Growth Building Block. Emotional growth involves increased understanding and ability to manage emotions effectively. It encompasses self-awareness, the ability to identify and label feelings, self-regulation, which is the ability to control reactions and…

HOPE Building Block Series #3: Safe, Stable, and Equitable Environments

HOPE Building Block Series #3: Safe, Stable, and Equitable Environments

In the previous installment of our HOPE Building Blocks series, we explored Social and Civic Engagement, which emphasizes the importance of being an active participant in one’s community. This type of engagement builds empathy for others, encourages feelings of belonging, and leads to robust support systems. This month, we will highlight the Environment Building Block. Specifically, HOPE highlights the importance…

HOPE Building Block Series #2: Social and Civic Engagement

HOPE Building Block Series #2: Social and Civic Engagement

Last month, we highlighted the Relationship Building Block of HOPE, exploring the importance of relationships and the ways they influence a person’s health and well-being. In the second edition of the HOPE Building Blocks Series, we highlight one building block and discuss its application to university students, we will cover the power of Social and Civic Engagement to increase feelings…

HOPE Building Block Series #1: Relationships

HOPE Building Block Series #1: Relationships

HOPE Building Block 1: Relationships Launching our HOPE Building Blocks series, we delve into the transformative influence of Relationships. Let’s explore why these connections hold such significance. In 1938, researchers began a longitudinal study of male Harvard students to track their longterm health outcomes. Over the years, the research unveiled a crucial insight: loneliness can have detrimental effects, while close…

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