Understanding the dynamics of race and sexual violence is pivotal for universities and student affairs professionals to successfully support their most marginalized students. The presenter will identify barriers to sexual violence reporting that are unique to queer students of color; examine existing literature and academic research on intersectional survivorship; and provide recommendations for existing sexual violence prevention approaches for colleges and universities in order to more holistically support student survivors.

Leadership development typically occurs during one’s undergraduate years, often through co-curriculars. However, curricular learning can also impact students' leadership growth. This study explores how history students who are Cadets at a Senior Military College (SMC) develop as leaders through both curricular learning in their history courses and co-curricular involvement.

Poster presenter will examine graduate student victimization data from a 2021 sexual assault climate survey conducted at a large public research institution located in the midwest. Data of those who reported experiencing sexual harassment by a person in power, those who reported their perpetrator being a faculty member, and rates of polyvictimization, location of the assault(s), knowledge of resources, disclosure rates, and level of institutional (dis)trust will be examined. 

Despite some exceptions, African American male college athletes continue to maintain low academic achievement in comparison to their athletic peers. Grounded in a thorough literature review, the purpose of this poster will be to present a conceptual model that college leaders may use to support the academic success of this subgroup. The presenter will provide strategies to promote an effective partnership between faculty, student services, and families of the students.

The #CaliforniansForAll College Corps is the largest state-level investment in a college service program in California history. The presenter will share how one institution implements College Corps by framing service through the lens of changemaking, which is intentional activity that fosters a more just, inclusive, and sustainable world.

Six- and seven-year early assurance pharmacy programs will be presented. With 2+4 programs, students can earn an associate degree from a University of Georgia College of Pharmacy (UGA CoP) partner institution and the Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree from UGA CoP. For 3+4 programs, students can earn their bachelor's degree in three years, followed by 4 years of professional PharmD coursework. The presenter will discuss benefits and challenges with establishing and maintaining early assurance programs.

Community colleges play a crucial role in providing accessible and affordable higher education opportunities. Over the past 25 years, the Community College Research Center (CCRC)’s work has provided a foundation for innovations in higher education through applied research to inform policymakers and practitioners across the United States. This poster session will show how CCRC’s research can serve as useful resource for enhancing equitable practices in student affairs.

Discover the opportunities for Virtual Global Engagement that were created due to global travel restrictions. This poster highlights curricular modifications and the learning that occurred when graduate students from California State University—Fullerton were offered the opportunity to learn from international colleagues and develop international networks.

In this poster presentation, the presenter will share outcomes, assessment, and next steps for two retention and academic belonging initiatives piloted in the fall 2023 semester. The strategies, a mentorship/ambassador program and improved infrastructure of the Canvas Advising Tutorial and Quiz, focused on 1) increasing registration and retention of School of Management undergraduate students between their first and sophomore year and 2) increasing the number of students to declare their major earlier in their academic careers.

This program aims to assess the impacts of Experiential Living Opportunities on students’ sense of belonging and retention on college campus. The goal is to contribute to the ongoing enhancement of LGBT housing and the LINKS program at Ohio University. By identifying strengths and areas for improvement, we can ensure that these programs continue to provide exceptional support and resources to their residents. This program will delve into the quality of accommodations, support services provided, and the overall experience of residents. 

Latinos are one of the fastest-growing demographics in higher education in North Carolina. The presenter will share contextual data about the history and state of Latinos in their home state of North Carolina. They will explore current trends and existing literature relating to the population, and apply them to the higher education landscape in the state. Further, they will share current practices and efforts that support the compiled research as well as suggestions for improvement.

The Association of Higher Education Parent Program Professionals (AHEPPP) is the leading national association dedicated to supporting college professionals who work with parents and families. Our mission is to provide valuable resources and education to promote student success through informed parent and family relations. Attend this session to learn more about this organization and the ways in which family engagement could benefit your campus.

Many states are passing legislation affecting the accessibility of support services and impacting retention rates at colleges and universities. Based on current and expanding research collected by Florida students across twelve state institutions, the presenters will discuss how the history of higher education impacts the current practices of student support services as it applies to students of color. Presenters will share barriers and examine how professionals can implement new pathways for student success.

The Center of Student Engagement and Well-being at Georgia Institute of Technology has discovered new ways to advance student leadership opportunities centered around leadership and positive change. The John Lewis Student Leadership Pathway (JLSLP) will allow students to ignite change within their communities. Students will engage in on-campus programming and participate in high-impact programs that will empower them to apply the skills and tools they learn throughout this new leadership pathway to their personal and professional growth.

Access to safer-sex supplies is a critical component to equitable sexual health. Amid COVID, many locations offering free barriers closed. In response, Oregon State University launched a program called “Dam Delivery,” where students could order safer-sex supplies online and have them delivered for free, regardless of location. Its success led to permanent implementation. The presenters will discuss the practical implications of these findings on increasing student access to sexual health programming and equitable resource distribution.

In spring 2023, staff were curious about students' sense of belonging, specifically, how students define belonging and contributing factors to belonging at the University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC). A survey of undergraduate and graduate students was conducted to address this question. The presenter will share unique considerations in collecting robust demographic information to understand better student belonging at this Minority Serving Institution and the impacts on the institution as a whole regarding the results of this study.

STEM students have unique academic and co-curricular needs, including engaging in research, completing challenging introductory lab classes, and shadowing health professionals. At DePaul University, STEM students from URM groups have higher DFW rates and lower retention, persistence, and graduation rates. The College of Science and Health developed a set of Comprehensive Student Success and Retention Initiatives aimed to improve student success metrics, particularly with an emphasis on building community and belonging among URM students.

The presenter will share findings from dissertation research, exploring the narratives of mid-level professionals in higher education as they navigate workplace transitions. Grounded in the theoretical framework of ambiguous loss, the presenter employed a multi-method approach, combining individual, in-depth interviews with participant photography. Key themes include salary equity, relationships, flexibility, work-life balance, and transparency. The presenter will share implications for research and practice.

Biannual sexual violence campus climate surveys are a best practice for measuring prevalence of violence on individual campuses, as well as student attitudes towards violence and prevention programming. Yet, survey practices remain inconsistent. To determine best practices, Oregon State University compared 55 universities' climate survey practices, as well as their experiential insight. The presenters will discuss the practical implications of these findings on effective survey implementation, data accessibility, and programmatic applications.

Politically motivated attacks on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are part of the ongoing “war on woke” in the United States. As more states begin to introduce and pass legislation blocking and even eliminating DEI efforts at public institutions, the need to understand the threat posed by these attacks is urgent. The presenter will share the ideological and historical roots of anti-DEI measures, the impact they have on higher education, and recommendations for navigating the uncertainty.

This poster highlights the success stories of four automotive technology associate degree programs using exemplary case study methodology. Using Harper's (2018) Anti-Deficit Achievement Framework, the study examined the best practices contributing to student success. Findings include strong faculty involvement, curricular improvement plans, and reduced financial burdens through paid internships. The research provides a blueprint for enhancing community college automotive programs, meeting workforce demands, and supporting diverse students.

'The Struggle is Real' refers to students who struggle to satisfy their housing and food security needs and may question if attending college is worth the time, money, effort, and commitment. According to current research, basic needs insecurity is also associated with poor academic outcomes and a lack of sense of belonging.This qualitative study will share students' experiences, motivation, and persistence factors for African American college students with basic needs challenges while attending a four-year public urban institution. 

Recognizing the 2024 NASPA Excellence Award Category Gold Winner in the Academic Advising, Careers, Graduate, Professional, and related category! The presenter will share how CPP’s Office of Student Success, Equity, and Innovation (OSSEI) launched its first university-wide coordinated campaign intervention strategy to enhance student advising by providing holistic, proactive, and intentional support during key points in students’ careers, resulting in 92% of all undergraduate students having some interaction with an advisor during the 22-23 academic year and receiving the intervention that was appropriate to their level of need.

Recognizing the 2024 NASPA Excellence Award Category Silver Winner in the Assessment, Persistence, Data Analytics, and related category! Eagle Engage is the student engagement platform used by Georgia Southern University for the purpose of promoting and tracking student co-curricular engagement intended to create awareness of campus events/activities, community service opportunities, competency and skill growth, and other experiences. Eagle Engage fosters a sense of belonging and involvement that leverages the data from student event attendees to identify predictive analytics for student success measures. Eagle Engage is powered by Presence/Modern Campus, but has been shaped and utilized by the university with a data driven, student development, and collaboration focused mindset.

Recognizing the 2024 NASPA Excellence Award Category Bronze Winner in the Athletics, Recreation, Counseling, Health, Wellness, and related category! The College of New Jersey’s (TCNJ) Collegiate Recovery Program uniquely addresses the very timely and important issue of college students' substance use and mental health. While Collegiate Recovery Programs are still a nascent idea for many colleges, TCNJ’s program is unique in its inclusive understanding of recovery, its organizational structure, level of professional support, and replicability–a present challenge, especially for smaller colleges looking to create a recovery program.

Recognizing the 2024 Excellence Award Category Gold Winner in the Civic Learning, Democratic Engagement, Community Service, Service-Learning, and related category! BGSU Votes focuses on enhancing students' knowledge and skills in democracy, politics, policymaking, and social action. Through strong on-campus and national partnerships, BGSU Votes has significantly increased voter participation and engagement rates, and the initiative has contributed to student success at Bowling Green State University. By empowering students with civic knowledge and service-based opportunities, BGSU Votes prepares students for active citizenship in college and for post-graduation success.

Recognizing the 2024 NASPA Excellence Award Category Silver Winner in the Commuter, Off-Campus, Military-Connected, Non-traditional, and related category! The First Year Connections Program targets incoming FTIC and Transfer Commuter and Male Student to pair them with a peer mentor to assist with their transition to college throughout their first year. The presenter will share how, after analysis, all students who were mentored showed a persistence and retention lift, but the life was particularly significant for transfer students, commuter students, non white and male. The program is now entering it's second year, with an increased number of students receiving mentors.

Recognizing the 2024 Excellence Award Category Silver Winner in the Contracted Services, Housing, Residence Life, and related category! Culinary excellence on a college campus represents a vibrant facet of the higher education experience. This program explores how Dining Services at the University of Delaware maintains an ever-evolving portfolio of initiatives that continue to move the campus from  traditional to transformative dining experiences for the entire campus community. Participants will learn about best practices for initiating and sustaining campus dining partnerships, creating mission-centered initiatives, and using student feedback for continuous improvement.

Recognizing the 2024 NASPA Excellence Award Category Gold Winner in the Enrollment Management, Financial Aid, First-year, Other-year, Orientation, and related category! Barrett Online leverages the expertise of EdPlus in digital learning and the expertise of Barrett, the Honors College, in honors education to provide the first fully online honors experience. Since its founding, Barrett has offered distinctive and personalized academic, community, and engagement opportunities to a growing population of campus immersion students (currently over 7,000). Beginning in 2021, the Barrett Online collaborative innovation made the honors experience accessible to an entirely new population of learners through ASU Online.

Recognizing the 2024 NASPA Excellence Award Category Silver Winner in the Equity, Inclusion, Social Justice, and related category! CommUNITY Lab (CLab) is a comprehensive college transition and success program that offers scholars a network of culturally responsive coordinated care resources at Kent State University. The presenter will share how CommUNITY Lab was launched in the fall of 2021 to remove financial, academic, and social-emotional barriers to student success for students matriculating from partner college access programs. Instead of students opting in, they are automatically welcomed into CLab and served through graduation.

Recognizing the 2024 NASPA Excellence Award Category Gold Winner in the Fraternity and Sorority Life, Leadership, Student Activities, Student Union, and related category! The presenter will share about Sister Circle, a student organization at Kent State University and an initiative within the E. Timothy Moore Student Multicultural Center (SMC). Sister Circle began in spring 2009 as a program committed to supporting women of color on KSU's campus. After research was conducted to identify the contributing factors for students’ low retention rates, university leadership better understood that women of color were not seeing themselves reflected in the institution and experiencing feelings of isolation. The result was creating a space for women of color to meet and discuss their experiences.

Recognizing the 2024 Excellence Award Category Gold Winner in the Equity, Inclusion, Social Justice, and related category! The Center for Diversity and Inclusion in Higher Education (CDIHE), University of Maryland, College Park, has partnered with their College of Education to create Difficult Dialogues on Antiracism. Aligned with the university’s goal toward transforming practices that maintain institutionalized racism and inequities, the dialogue sessions focused on topics related to antiracism, such as white supremacy, accountability, power, and allyship. The presenter will share how CDIHE’s Antiracism Dialogues has developed into a cultural training that provides institutional practitioners an opportunity to have transformative dialogues on their campus.

Started in the fall of 2022, the Coalition of Colorado Campus Alcohol and Drug Educators (CADE) worked to launch a statewide campaign aimed at bringing awareness to the dangers of prescription drug abuse. The results? Over 113,000 views of the campaign video, 96,000 uses of the campaign stickers, and a lot of buzz on social media. Stop by the poster to see more of the campaign creative.