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We’re proud to unveil our new insight report drawing from our expert roundtable discussion with HRH Princess Beatrice, Student Minds, Mental Health Foundation, Big Change, and UK student leaders. As part of Student Mental Health Week 2024, this roundtable aimed to address how the UK higher education sector can effectively promote students’ mental well-being by fostering a meaningful dialogue between students and those working to shape policies around student mental health. The significance of this roundtable could not be more profound since our Global Student Survey 2023 found that two-thirds (66%) of UK students are not sleeping enough, 62% are struggling with daily feelings of anxiety, and over half (56%) are experiencing academic burnout. At the same time, leaders around the world are acknowledging the need for improved mental health policies. Last week, King Charles III announced a new bill to reform the Mental Health Act 1983 in England and Wales, ensuring it serves diverse backgrounds and those with learning disabilities and autism. Read the full insight report here: https://lnkd.in/eYxJP7US #StudentMentalHealth #MentalHealth #UKUniversities #UKStudents #HigherEducation

Tune into our new episode of the #HigherEdSpotlight podcast with Mary Aviles, Insights & Experience Lead at the Constructive Dialogue Institute (CDI). Alongside host Ben Wildavsky, she dives into CDI's mission to promote civil discourse on college campuses. As the back-to-school season begins, fostering real dialogue amongst students, faculty, and the broader community on college campuses has never been more urgent. Mary Aviles reveals the critical behind-the-scenes work—like updating campus protest policies—that ensures fairness and readiness when conflicts arise. She also introduces CDI’s ‘Perspectives’ program, where students with different viewpoints practice tough conversations in a safe, peer-to-peer environment. A core principle of CDI, “letting go of winning,” is highlighted as a means to shift from debate to dialogue, nurturing relationships built on understanding rather than competition. With global tensions high and a heated U.S. election on the horizon, the need for constructive campus dialogue is clear. Listen to the full episode now 👉 https://lnkd.in/e58ysz7X.     Higher Ed Spotlight is sponsored by Chegg's Center for Digital Learning and produced by Antica Productions. #ConstructiveDialogue #CollegeCampus #HigherEducation

Chegg Academic Advisor Ann Kirschner discussed AI’s growing role in higher ed in a compelling conversation with Ben Wildavsky, host of the #HigherEdSpotlight podcast. Inspired by the book Grapes of Wrath, Ann Kirschner compares the tech revolution in farming to the rise of AI in education, suggesting we should guide its integration rather than let it shape us. Listen now 👇 #HigherEd #HigherEducation #AI

As the new academic year begins, gaining insights into student mental health on campus is essential. Grounded in insights from our 2023 Global Student Survey, we explore strategies for creating a more supportive college environment. Revisit our white paper now 👇

🗣️ "Through these technological solutions, education can become more adaptable and accessible to diverse socioeconomic situations of students." Listen to Winnie Zhang, a member of Chegg's Student Advisory Council, as she discusses how technology can help students cope with financial pressures. #HigherEducation #FinancialPressure #Technology

Many #HigherEd professionals are feeling unprepared to address the #MentalHealth needs of online students. How can we bridge this gap to ensure both educators and online students receive the support they require? Stay tuned for insights on the latest challenges and trends in #HigherEducation. #OnlineLearning

We had the pleasure of speaking with Clinton Oreofe, a member of Chegg’s Student Advisory Council, during our recent event held in The Roosevelt House Public Policy Institute at Hunter College. He shared with us his top tips for driving change and making a real impact on campus. Listen now 👇 #StudentLeader #Changemaker #HigherEducation

During our recent event at The Roosevelt House Public Policy Institute at Hunter College, Chegg Inc. Academic Advisor Ann Kirschner shared a powerful metaphor about the art of bonsai and innovation in #HigherEducation, from the perspective of her recent stint as interim president of Hunter College. Dive into Ann Kirschner's new Forbes article, "The Bonsai Theory Of Innovation....or, Reflections Of An Interim College President" now 👉https://lnkd.in/eNBasdig

Amid the ongoing debate about AI's place in education, revisit season three, episode four of the #HigherEdSpotlight podcast with Genevieve Bell, Vice Chancellor of The Australian National University. She uncovers how cybernetics evolved into AI, highlights its quest to replicate human intelligence, and explores the ethical questions it poses for higher ed and society. Listen now 👉 https://lnkd.in/eaYhVZhM

"Higher education is in trouble," said Ben Wildavsky, host of the #HigherEdSpotlight podcast. One year ago, Eloy Oakley, the President of College Futures Foundation and former head of the California Community Colleges system, and Ben Wildavsky discussed the challenges of declining enrollment. Today, this issue is far from irrelevant. With a declining birthrate leading to fewer young people applying to college, Eloy posed a question: What if we did more to cater to older students, not just recent high school grads? For decades, he has advocated for higher ed to focus on the needs of adult learners. Are they the answer to the enrollment cliff? Revisit episode 31 to dive into the full conversation  👉https://lnkd.in/e58ysz7X. Higher Ed Spotlight is sponsored by Chegg's Center for Digital Learning and produced by Antica Productions.