Supporting Students During The Transition to College

A student’s first year at college can present a slew of health risks: experimenting with substances and sex, adjusting to an increased workload, and trying to meet their basic needs in a new environment.


How can your institution support students’ well-being, particularly during their first year as they navigate fresh challenges?


Learn about ways to help students flourish amid the transition to higher ed in The First-Year Experience. This Chronicle report includes insights from campus officials who offer a peek at the strategies and initiatives they rely on to create a healthy campus year after year.

Order The First-Year Experience today to:

  • Understand the needs of different student populations, including first-generation, adult, commuter, and online students.
  • Find out how to help students interact more with peers, including those of different backgrounds and beliefs, in beneficial ways.
  • Get ideas on how to incorporate health and wellness programming in ways that encourage students' participation.

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