A new report, The Equity/Excellence Imperative: A 2030 Blueprint for Undergraduate Education at U.S. Research Universities, outlines recommendations for improving equity and excellence in undergraduate education at research universities across the United States. The report’s recommendations cover approaches for:
- Increasing college access and affordability
- Leveraging digital technology
- Facilitating clearer degree pathways
- Broadening participation in high-impact educational experiences
- Adopting holistic advising
- Nurturing mental health and well-being
- Rewarding faculty for teaching excellence
- Establishing a supportive campus culture where freedom of speech is protected
- Preparing students for success in life, work, and participation in a democratic society