How does a student’s sense of belonging impact retention? And what can institutions do to foster it?
Show Notes
In the latest episode of the Innovating Enrollment Success Podcast, we dive into these questions with Katrina Noelle, president of KNow Research, who led a groundbreaking study with San Francisco State University.
The research explores how Latinx students’ sense of belonging, engagement, and self-confidence influence retention efforts—offering valuable insights for institutions looking to improve student success.
Key topics include:
- How KNow Research partnered with SFSU on this project
- How the study captured the authentic experiences of Latinx students
- The methodologies used to explore belonging and engagement
- Key insights on self-confidence, student success, and retention
- What institutions can learn and apply from this research
Explore the “10 Ways to Build Belonging on Your Campus” one-sheeter published by KNow Research.
At Paskill, we know that first-gen students often face unique barriers to belonging—starting with the digital experience.
Our First-Gen Student Web Audit helps institutions assess whether their website truly serves and supports first-gen students, ensuring they can find the information and resources they need.
