This study examines psychological well-being and resilience, focusing on how demographic characteristics and stress levels impact mental health among international students. A secondary data analysis was conducted via the National College Health Assessment (2022). Approximately 82.7% of the participants reported moderate to high levels of…

The rapid advancement of technology has presented marginalized communities in libraries with numerous privacy and security challenges. Many researchers have emphasized the importance of Privacy-Enhancing Technologies (PETs), suggesting that these technical solutions can effectively assist users in safeguarding their personally identifiable…

The shift to hybrid learning during the COVID-19 pandemic emphasised the need for independent learning and effective digital resource management (RMS). This study, grounded in Social Cognitive Theory, examines how RMS supports students in managing digital distractions and optimising learning outcomes. Data from 275 randomly selected education…

Student service member/veteran (SSM/V) university enrollment grew exponentially through the 2000s and 2010s. In response, many U.S. universities developed military-focused student services to address SSM/V campus challenges. While research suggests these services are beneficial, few recent studies have examined how often SSM/Vs engage with them…

This study investigated factors that constituted the digital and online learning environment at the University of Namibia during the COVID-19 pandemic; how these factors constrained or enabled the scaffolding of epistemological access and university students' success; and their implications for digital and online learning. A mixed research…

This article explores the dynamics between Jewish and Palestinian students and faculty in Israel, with a focus on the aftermath of the October 7th attack. Employing two conflating theories--caring and intersectionality--the study examines how these dynamics unfold. A single academic institution, renowned for its dedication to multiculturalism in a…

This study seeks to test for relationships between use of library study rooms, materials, and instruction with student success as measured by retention to the second year, graduation within four years and grades. A cohort of 4,605 first time undergraduate students were considered. Findings show that students who had checked out materials, had…

The reported study investigated the availability of institution-wide mental health support services and action plans for online students to address mental health impairments in Nigerian universities. The research questions explored how Nigerian online students perceived the mental health support services provided by their institutions before,…

The number of Idaho high school students earning college credit through participation in dual credit courses has risen dramatically over the last decade. This study aimed to investigate whether the sense of belonging among dual credit students influenced their choice to pursue higher education opportunities. The study took place at a small…

Success in STEM majors often depends on students' ability to navigate gateway courses, such as introductory biology, which establishes foundational knowledge and predicts retention in the major. However, disparities in performance within these courses often reflect systemic inequities rather than differences in ability. This study explores the…

Background/Objectives: This study explores the integration of entrepreneurship education (EE) into STEM curricula in higher education institutions (HEIs) in the Global South. Given the intertwined nature of STEM and entrepreneurship, this study explores the current practices, perceived outcomes, and challenges associated with EE integration,…

A college participant with a learning disability in the area of mathematics completed a strategy instruction intervention regarding mathematical problem-solving items. The participant responded to innovative interview questions regarding their approach to the mathematical problem-solving items (i.e., planning and reflecting) and their motivational…

Like many student writing centers, the American University of Sharjah Writing Center is seeing a rise in student reliance upon generative AI (GenAI) tools, which are artificial intelligence systems capable of generating human-like text. Peer tutors frequently seek guidance on how to approach student papers involving GenAI tools such as ChatGPT,…

Objective: To examine fear levels of COVID-19 among dental students at a Historically Black College and University (HBCU). Participants--162 first through fourth year dental students who were enrolled at the HBCU dental school between January 27, 2021 and May 3, 2021. Methods: Students completed an online survey that included the Fear of COVID-19…

A disadvantage that A&P classrooms using 3-D digital computer anatomical models experience is the disconnect between digital and physical models traditionally used. This project used 3-D digital models on smart tablets and traditional physical models for in-class A&P lab practical exam studying and preparation. We focused on the hands-on…