student parents
Coverage of student parents in the Nexus archive.
- A Pre-Orientation Designed for Student Parents
Wichita State has implemented a new pre-orientation program specifically for student parents. This initiative aims to build belonging and provide crucial resources for these students before the academic semester begins.
- Free Summer Childcare Helps Student Parents
LaGuardia Community College offers free summer childcare to help student parents stay on track with their education. The initiative addresses the challenge of childcare for students balancing school and parenting responsibilities.
- More than 3 million college students are raising kids. Most won’t graduate
Over 3 million U.S. college students are raising children, with only 18% earning a degree within six years. Most student parents face economic losses due to high debt and low graduation rates, impacting employers and the broader economy. Solutions include expanding childcare access, flexible education programs, and policy reforms.