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Considers the degree to which events that intensify partying increase sexual assault. Estimates are based on panel data from campus and local law-enforcement agencies and an identification strategy that exploits plausibly random variation in the timing of Division 1 football games. The estimates indicate that these events increase daily reports of rape with 17-24 year old victims by 28 percent.
Provides a framework for needed dialogue, assessment, and action to address inequities in higher education institutions by focusing on issues of access and success. The resources can be used as a tool for bringing together campus leaders and practitioners to engage in internal assessment and to chart a path forward to improve all students' success.
Presents a webinar session on the use of electronic cigarettes. Similar to other monthly webcasts, the session explored cutting-edge scientific evidence and potential impact of different interventions. The session also discussed recommendations for addressing challenges related to electronic cigarette use interventions and offered insight on the direction that should be followed in future research and practice.
Provides analysis of benefits and challenges for improving the monitoring, prevention, and treatment of alcohol use disorder. This report discusses how the latest devices generate significant amounts of data, requiring researchers and clinicians to develop new techniques for analyzing and efficiently using what they collect.
Offers interactive tools to support individuals and planning teams at schools, school districts, and institutions of higher education (IHEs) in assessing their knowledge of concepts fundamental to emergency management, and in creating and evaluating emergency operations plans (EOPs).
Examines different types of learning models that are regarded as possible solutions to address rising costs and growth in non-traditional students enrolling in higher education. These innovations include competency-based education, prior learning assessments, and massive open online coursework (MOOCs). This report also presents strategies to break down barriers that may stifle the integration of such practices.
Presents the grant program, First in the World (FITW), intended for institutions of higher education to spur the development of innovations to improve educational outcomes and make college more affordable for students and families and to develop an evidence base of effective practices. Institutions of higher education or consortia of such institutions are eligible applicants for FITW grants.
Details the overall persistence and retention rates for college students. This report indicates that rates increased slightly for the 2013 versus the 2012 cohort at both private and public institutions. Downloadable data tables, definitions, and key indicators for persistence-retention are included in this online report.
Analyzes trends related to career opportunities for college graduates across the United States. Findings indicate that the economy has produced 6.6 million employment opportunities since 2010.
Provides a wealth of handbooks, newsletters, briefs, tutorials, and tools to assist through the twists and turns of program evaluation. Includes information for planning, data collection and analysis, and strategies to share results.