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url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/supporting-modern-learners-how-the-greater-houston-opportunity-youth-collaborative-ghoyc-is-meeting-youth-where-they-are/ title: "Supporting Modern Learners: How the Greater Houston Opportunity Youth Collaborative (GHOYC) is Meeting Youth Where They Are" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2026-08-11T08:57:57-05:00 summary: "September 22 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm CDT Moderator: Jesus Perales, Program Officer, Trellis Foundation Speakers: Adrianna Wilson, Managing Director, Greater Houston Opportunity Youth Collaborative (GHOYC) Join Trellis Strategies and Trellis Foundation for a discussion about Opportunity Youth and..." author: "Rene Zain" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/bridging-the-gap-understanding-mental-health-disparities-among-college-students/ title: "Bridging the Gap: Understanding Mental Health Disparities Among College Students" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2026-08-11T00:00:31-05:00 summary: "Student mental health outcomes continue to shape persistence, completion, and overall wellbeing in higher education. This brief examines disparities in anxiety, depression, and loneliness among college students using findings from the 2025 Student Financial Wellness Survey (SFWS). The analysis shows..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Student Financial Wellness"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/introducing-us-a-students-guide-to-trellis-strategies/ title: "Introducing Us: A Student's Guide to Trellis Strategies " category: "Blog" type: post date: 2026-07-27T02:39:50-05:00 summary: "The topline: Trellis Strategies is a non-profit research and technical assistance organization that focuses on issues related to postsecondary education. Trellis conducts student surveys to gain data and identify trends in the college experience with a focus on challenges or..." author: "Ashley Mowreader" language: en-US tags: ["Blog", "Student Financial Wellness"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/student-financial-wellness-survey-how-to-participate/ title: "Student Financial Wellness Survey: How to Participate" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2026-07-10T05:32:35-05:00 summary: "July 21 @ 1:00 pm CST Join us to learn about our annual no cost Student Financial Wellness Survey and how to participate. Webinar attendees will learn about the benefits to their institution for participating, ways institutions have used the..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/when-work-comes-first-understanding-working-students-in-higher-education/ title: "When Work Comes First: Understanding Working Students in Higher Education" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2026-07-01T10:51:22-05:00 summary: "A majority of today's college students are balancing work and school, but not all working students experience higher education the same way. This brief draws on data from more than 40,000 respondents to the 2025 Student Financial Wellness Survey to..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Student Financial Wellness"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/25-data-points-about-modern-learners/ title: "25 Data Points About Modern Learners" category: "Blog" type: post date: 2026-06-16T03:40:07-05:00 summary: "The picture of the average American college student is evolving, fueled in part by increased access to higher education and diverse pathways toward a degree. That 18-year-old fresh out of high school living in the dorms is still one type..." author: "Ashley Mowreader" language: en-US tags: ["Blog", "Student Financial Wellness"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/college-students-take-on-debt-to-cover-basic-needs-tuition-costs/ title: "College Students Take on Debt to Cover Basic Needs, Tuition Costs" category: "Blog" type: post date: 2026-06-05T16:55:10-05:00 summary: "The topline: One-third of undergraduate survey respondents said they use student loans to pay for their education One in four college students say their debts are \"unmanageable\" Nearly one-quarter of students use Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) borrowing services Just..." author: "Ashley Mowreader" language: en-US tags: ["Blog", "Student Financial Wellness"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/infographic-some-college-no-credential/ title: "Infographic - Some College, No Credential" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2026-06-03T00:52:21-05:00 summary: "This set of infographics highlight key findings from the 2025 Some College, No Credential (SCNC) Survey, reflecting nearly 3,000 responses from former students across two-year and four-year institutions. Each infographic offers a window into the experiences, motivations, and barriers faced..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Student Success"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/how-colleges-can-re-enroll-stopped-out-students-5-steps-to-start/ title: "How Colleges Can Re-Enroll Stopped-Out Students: 5-Steps to Start " category: "Blog" type: post date: 2026-05-30T00:53:14-05:00 summary: "By: Bryan Ashton Over 43 million Americans have begun their college journey and completed some credits, but lack a credential of value to show for their academic progress. The some college, no credential (SCNC) population continues to grow year after..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US tags: ["Blog", "Increase Student Enrollment"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/infographic-defining-the-modern-learner/ title: "Infographic - Defining the Modern Learner" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2026-05-27T07:20:55-05:00 summary: "This infographic highlights key findings on the modern learner experience, drawing on national enrollment data and responses from the Student Financial Wellness Survey (SFWS) and State of Student Aid (SOSA). It focuses on how students balance work, finances, and competing..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Student Success"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/infographic-defining-the-modern-learner-in-texas/ title: "Infographic - Defining the Modern Learner in Texas" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2026-05-27T07:13:38-05:00 summary: "This infographic highlights key findings on the modern learner experience in Texas, drawing on state-level enrollment data and responses from the Student Financial Wellness Survey (SFWS) and the State of Student Aid (SOSA). It focuses on how Texas students navigate..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Student Success"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/infographic-mental-health-is-central-to-student-success/ title: "Infographic - Mental Health is Central to Student Success" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2026-05-23T10:40:19-05:00 summary: "This infographic highlights key findings from the Fall 2025 Student Financial Wellness Survey (SFWS) and the 2025 Some College, No Credential (SCNC) Survey, focusing on students' mental health, loneliness, and sense of belonging. Drawing on responses from more than 68,000..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Student Success"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/consistent-credential-information-is-key-to-supporting-modern-learners/ title: "Consistent Credential Information is Key to Supporting Modern Learners" category: "Blog" type: post date: 2026-05-16T07:45:07-05:00 summary: "Key Takeaways Standardized credential information can help modern learners navigate an increasingly complex education and workforce landscape by providing clearer insight into program costs, timelines, outcomes, and career pathways. As more learners pursue non-linear education journeys, improving credential transparency can..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US tags: ["Blog"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/connecting-snap-and-workforce-pathways-a-practical-policy-update/ title: "Connecting SNAP and Workforce Pathways: A Practical Policy Update" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2026-05-12T08:02:22-05:00 summary: "Expanding access to education and postsecondary credentials for SNAP participants increases wages and reduces long-term reliance on benefits. Yet current rules often push recipients into low-wage jobs instead of skill-building pathways. Evidence shows credentials lead to higher earnings, and higher..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Policy"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/trellis-360-discussion-series-innovative-leadership-for-the-modern-learner-dr-dione-d-somerville/ title: "Trellis 360 Discussion Series: Innovative Leadership for the Modern Learner - Dr. Dione D. Somerville" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2026-05-07T01:20:42-05:00 summary: "June 3 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm CT The needs of modern learners are vastly different than those of previous students and higher education leaders are rising to the challenge. During season five of the Trellis Strategies 360 Discussion..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/disconnected-students-report-high-need-yet-lack-of-awareness-of-campus-mental-health-resources/ title: "Disconnected: Students Report High Need Yet Lack of Awareness of Student Mental Health Resources" category: "Blog" type: post date: 2026-05-07T01:10:09-05:00 summary: "Key Takeaways Student mental health resources play a critical role in supporting college completion and student success, yet many learners remain unaware of available support services. As mental health challenges continue to impact modern learners, colleges have an opportunity to..." author: "Ashley Mowreader" language: en-US tags: ["Blog", "Student Mental Health"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/who-is-the-modern-borrower-insights-from-the-2024-student-financial-wellness-survey/ title: "Who is the modern borrower? Insights from the 2024 Student Financial Wellness Survey" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2026-05-04T10:43:34-05:00 summary: "This research brief highlights five key findings about student loan borrowers from the Fall 2024 Student Financial Wellness Survey, exemplified by real student stories shared in their own words. By examining learners' experiences through the lens of their borrowing behavior,..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Student Financial Wellness"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/a-step-forward-toward-brighter-opportunities-learners-perspectives-on-student-loan-borrowing/ title: "\"A step forward toward brighter opportunities\": Learners' perspectives on student loan borrowing" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2026-05-01T09:45:08-05:00 summary: "In Fall 2024, Trellis Strategies asked student loan borrowers, \"In a few sentences, please explain why you took out student loans. \" Qualitative analysis of the over 14,000 responses to this survey question provide insights into not only what expenses..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Student Financial Wellness"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/education-for-all-how-trellis-lives-out-its-mission-with-tuition-assistance-benefits/ title: "Education For All: How Trellis Lives Out Its Mission with Tuition Assistance Benefits" category: "Blog" type: post date: 2026-04-29T07:23:28-05:00 summary: "Key Takeaways Employee tuition assistance can remove financial and logistical barriers that prevent working adults from pursuing education and career advancement. By expanding access to upskilling, reskilling, and student loan repayment support, Trellis Strategies has helped team members grow professionally,..." author: "Debra Chromy" language: en-US tags: ["Blog", "Workforce Advancement"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/trellis-360-discussion-series-innovative-leadership-for-the-modern-learner-dr-pam-eddinger/ title: "Trellis 360 Discussion Series: Innovative Leadership for the Modern Learner - Dr. Pam Eddinger" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2026-04-23T06:59:04-05:00 summary: "June 18 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm CT The needs of modern learners are vastly different than those of previous students and higher education leaders are rising to the challenge. During season five of the Trellis Strategies 360 Discussion..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/insights-to-action-implications-of-new-student-wellness-research/ title: "Insights to Action: Implications of New Student Wellness Research" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2026-04-23T06:57:19-05:00 summary: "May 26 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm CT The 2025 Student Financial Wellness Survey (SFWS) results offer a timely look at how Modern Learners are navigating financial stress, basic needs, debt, and decision-making. But what do these findings mean..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/tuition-housing-and-childcare-experiences-of-student-loan-borrowing-among-current-students/ title: "Tuition, Housing, and Childcare: Experiences of Student Loan Borrowing Among Current Students" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2026-04-23T06:55:35-05:00 summary: "May 7 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm CT Join Trellis Strategies as we explore learners' first-hand experiences with student loan borrowing. Student loans-and college financing in general-have been the subject of numerous media debates and regulatory changes during the..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/some-college-no-credential-scnc-survey-report-spring-2025/ title: "Some College, No Credential (SCNC) Survey Report: Spring 2025" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2026-04-22T06:30:00-05:00 summary: "This report summarizes findings from the Spring 2025 implementation of the Some College, No Credential (SCNC) Survey , which collected responses from 3,182 former undergraduate students across 58 institutions in 13 states. The findings explore why students stopped out without..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Student Success"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/aligning-employment-training-supports-for-workforce-advancement/ title: "Aligning Employment & Training Supports for Workforce Advancement" category: "Blog" type: post date: 2026-04-15T07:13:48-05:00 summary: "Key Takeaways Modern learners face growing financial barriers beyond tuition that hinder workforce advancement. This includes housing, transportation, food, and childcare costs that often prevent them from completing a credential or degree. Aligning higher education, workforce development, and public benefit..." author: "Ashley Mowreader" language: en-US tags: ["Blog", "Workforce Advancement"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/no-place-to-land-housing-insecurity-among-caregiving-college-students/ title: "No Place to Land: Housing Insecurity Among Caregiving College Students" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2026-04-09T04:03:28-05:00 summary: "This brief, written in collaboration with New America, examines housing insecurity among caregiving students using data from the Fall 2025 Student Financial Wellness Survey. It highlights analyses of housing instability and discrimination, and discusses federal, state, and institutional actions to..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Student Financial Wellness"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/infographic-sfws-fall-2025-undergraduates/ title: "Infographic - SFWS Fall 2025 - Undergraduates" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2026-04-01T21:36:39-05:00 summary: "This infographic highlights key Fall 2025 Student Financial Wellness Survey (SFWS) results from more than 65,000 undergraduate respondents at 153 institutions across the country. The findings highlighted in this infographic aim to amplify the lived experiences of students and provide..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Student Financial Wellness"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/student-financial-wellness-survey-fall-2025/ title: "Student Financial Wellness Survey - Fall 2025 Results" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2026-04-01T21:28:33-05:00 summary: "This report summarizes insights from the Fall 2025 Student Financial Wellness Survey (SFWS), which collected responses from more than 65,000 undergraduate students across 153 institutions nationwide. The findings explore essential dimensions of students' financial lives, including financial stability, basic needs..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Student Financial Wellness"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/supporting-modern-learners-integrating-durable-skills-into-continuing-education-ce-programs/ title: "Supporting Modern Learners: Integrating Durable Skills into Continuing Education (CE) Programs" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2026-03-27T07:55:00-05:00 summary: "April 28 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Central As the role of postsecondary education continues to evolve, we continue to find ourselves exploring the value of postsecondary education. Join the Trellis Strategies and the Trellis Foundation teams in this..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/students-under-pressure-aid-reductions-and-unstable-employment/ title: "Students Under Pressure: Aid Reductions and Unstable Employment" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2026-03-20T09:10:21-05:00 summary: "This brief highlights how widespread financial instability and volatile employment are disrupting students' ability to persist in higher education. A majority of students reported losing at least one source of aid and most working students experiencing hour changes. These pressures..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Student Financial Wellness"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/removing-barriersbuilding-futuresdata-informed-policies-to-support-collegestudents-experiencing-homelessness/ title: "Removing Barriers,Building Futures:Data-Informed Policies to Support CollegeStudents Experiencing Homelessness" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2026-03-12T09:25:49-05:00 summary: "This brief, written in collaboration with School House Connection, examines the widespread but often hidden issue of homelessness among college students and outlines institutional, state, and federal strategies to better support them. Download the Brief" author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Basic Needs"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/breaking-barriers-how-colleges-can-address-student-transportation-needs-to-impact-retention-enrollment/ title: "Breaking Barriers: How Colleges Can Address Student Transportation Needs to Impact Retention, Enrollment" category: "Blog" type: post date: 2026-03-09T11:56:34-05:00 summary: "Many higher education institutions have a goal to enroll students from a variety of backgrounds, ages, economic classes, and lived experiences, but a majority of these colleges or universities have outdated policies or structures that make it difficult for all..." author: "Ashley Mowreader" language: en-US tags: ["Blog", "Increase Student Enrollment"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/new-hampshire-statewide-findings-from-the-student-financial-wellness-survey/ title: "New Hampshire Statewide Findings from the Student Financial Wellness Survey" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2026-03-09T11:44:10-05:00 summary: "June 12 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm CDT Join us for an in depth look at the newly released New Hampshire Statewide Student Financial Wellness Survey results. This discussion will offer a comprehensive snapshot of students' financial stability, stressors,..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/mental-health-in-college/ title: "Mental Health in College" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2026-03-09T11:37:56-05:00 summary: "May 14 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm America/Round Rock, Texas This in-person convening will share what research tells us about supporting postsecondary student mental health and depict the evolving landscape of student mental health in higher education through panel..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/student-financial-wellness-survey-report-release/ title: "Student Financial Wellness Survey Report Release" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2026-03-09T11:35:09-05:00 summary: "March 31 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm America/Washington This in-person event will share experiences from over 67,000 of today's modern learners in relation to their finances, mental health, and evolving responsibilities from their responses to Trellis Strategies' 2025 Student..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/rethinking-return-of-investment-assessing-perceptions-of-education-quality-among-recent-graduates/ title: "Rethinking Return of Investment: Assessing Perceptions of Education Quality Among Recent Graduates" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2026-03-03T22:10:58-06:00 summary: "This brief explores recent graduates' assessments of their education quality, specifically examining perceived return on investment outcomes using data from Trellis Strategies' Modern Learner Voices . Findings highlight the strong role employment status and experiential learning play in shaping these..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Student Financial Wellness"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/supporting-modern-learners-for-workforce-outcomes/ title: "Supporting Modern Learners for Workforce Outcomes" category: "Press Releases" type: post date: 2026-02-24T19:41:56-06:00 summary: "Students who would benefit the most from career mobility often face time and financial constraints that are unaccounted for in institutional efforts and public policy. A growing focus for colleges and universities is to equip students for the future of..." author: "Ashley Mowreader" language: en-US tags: ["Press Releases"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/modern-learners/ title: "Protected: Modern Learners" category: "Page" type: page date: 2026-02-19T14:15:57-06:00 summary: "Why the Modern Learner? Today's learners don't follow a straight line from high school to graduation. They weave in and out of education, work, and life -
yet our systems still assume a single path. Students of all ages are approaching..." author: "Rene Zain" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/from-playbook-to-practice-leading-mental-health-transformation-in-texas-higher-education/ title: "From Playbook to Practice: Leading Mental Health Transformation in Texas Higher Education" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2026-02-18T08:39:55-06:00 summary: "April 23 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm CDT Texas stands at a critical crossroads in advancing student mental health across its colleges and universities. Nearly half of Texas college students report experiencing symptoms of depression or anxiety and more..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/fall-2025-student-financial-wellness-survey-results/ title: "Fall 2025 Student Financial Wellness Survey Results" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2026-02-18T08:34:19-06:00 summary: "April 6 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm CDT Join us for the release of the Fall 2025 Student Financial Wellness Survey results! We will dive into the new data on student financial security, basic needs security, student personas, and..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/collaborating-for-change-innovative-policies-to-support-student-wellbeing-hosted-by-the-coalition-for-student-wellbeing-c4sw/ title: "Collaborating for Change: Innovative Policies to Support Student Wellbeing Hosted by the Coalition for Student Wellbeing (C4SW)" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2026-02-18T08:30:14-06:00 summary: "February 25 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm CST Join Trellis Strategies and the Coalition for Student Wellbeing for a dynamic virtual event bringing together student leaders and campus administrators from across the country. Together we will highlight innovative, student-driven..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/insights-about-first-generation-students-from-the-2024-student-financial-wellness-survey/ title: "Insights about First-Generation Students from the 2024 Student Financial Wellness Survey" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2026-02-06T01:33:28-06:00 summary: "March 18 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm CDT First generation college students represent a significant portion of today's student population, yet they continue to encounter substantial barriers to success. This webinar unpacks the financial, academic, and well-being realities facing..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/state-spotlight-on-basic-needs-initiatives-kentucky/ title: "State Spotlight on Basic Needs Initiatives: Kentucky" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2026-02-06T01:24:02-06:00 summary: "March 2 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm CST Many states are working to reduce basic needs insecurity to improve postsecondary access and completion. Join us to learn about the Kentucky Student Success Collaborative's efforts including their challenges and success..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/supporting-modern-learners-real-examples-from-college-campuses/ title: "Supporting Modern Learners: Real Examples from College Campuses" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2026-02-06T01:20:52-06:00 summary: "February 24 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm CST Modern learners are juggling more than ever-work, family responsibilities, financial pressures, and constantly shifting expectations of what college should provide. Institutions know they need to adapt, but the path forward isn't..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/emergency-aid-in-the-wake-of-the-pandemic/ title: "Emergency Aid in the Wake of the Pandemic" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2026-02-03T05:27:07-06:00 summary: "Many students face significant financial fragility while in college and experience challenges that can threaten their ability to remain enrolled. This brief examines the trends in emergency aid funds in the years following the COVID-19 pandemic and offers considerations for..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Student Financial Wellness"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/invisible-on-campus-the-student-loneliness-crisis/ title: "Invisible on Campus: The Student Loneliness Crisis" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2026-02-03T05:20:39-06:00 summary: "More than half of college students in the 2024 Student Financial Wellness Survey reported feeling lonely sometimes or always. Loneliness is linked to poorer mental health and lower institutional satisfaction, which can impact students' ability to persist and complete their..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Student Financial Wellness"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/student-financial-wellness-survey-report-online-learners/ title: "Student Financial Wellness Survey Report: Online Learners" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2026-01-28T05:21:00-06:00 summary: "This report presents findings from the inaugural Online Student Financial Wellness Survey, implemented in Spring 2025, which gathered more than 16,000 responses from online‑only learners. The survey examines key issues such as financial security, basic needs security, students' roles as..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Student Financial Wellness"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/the-hidden-educational-barrier-public-benefit-programs/ title: "The Hidden Educational Barrier: Public Benefit Programs" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2026-01-02T14:59:31-06:00 summary: "February 18 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm CST Many people from low-income backgrounds face significant barriers accessing and completing postsecondary credentials. Socioeconomic barriers include affordability challenges and insufficient financial aid that was built on assumptions of parental support, as..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/the-loneliness-epidemic-on-college-campuses/ title: "The Loneliness Epidemic on College Campuses" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2025-12-29T18:22:12-06:00 summary: "February 12 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm CST Loneliness among American adults has increased since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Approximately 36 percent of all Americans, including 61 percent of young adults (aged 18-25), report feeling lonely frequently..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/student-financial-wellness-at-online-institutions/ title: "Student Financial Wellness at Online Institutions" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2025-12-29T18:16:46-06:00 summary: "January 29 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm CST Our annual Student Financial Wellness Survey (SFWS) offers invaluable insights into how students' financial wellness influences their success at your institution. In this webinar we will explore the survey results for..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/transportation-toolkit-for-community-college-leaders/ title: "Transportation Toolkit for Community College Leaders" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2025-12-29T18:05:14-06:00 summary: "February 26 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm CST Access to transportation is essential to student success and this webinar offers practical guidance for Community College leaders. Our toolkit will help community college stakeholders better understand transportation access on their..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/are-all-forms-of-work-based-learning-equal/ title: "Are all forms of work-based learning equal?" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2025-12-29T14:19:35-06:00 summary: "February 3 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm CST The State Opportunity Index (SOI) Survey provides a data driven framework designed to help policymakers, system leaders, and institutions strengthen the connection between postsecondary education and economic opportunity. In this webinar,..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/the-hidden-cost-of-transferring-debt-challenges-facing-transfer-students/ title: "The Hidden Cost of Transferring: Debt Challenges Facing Transfer Students" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2025-12-17T08:00:00-06:00 summary: "As modern learners increasingly pursue non-linear pathways in higher education, transfer students face significant barriers to completion, particularly credit loss and reduced aid that contribute to higher debt. Utilizing findings from the 2024 Student Financial Wellness Survey (SFWS), this brief..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Student Financial Wellness"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/from-work-first-to-workforce-first-strategies/ title: "From \"Work First\" to Workforce First Strategies" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2025-12-09T04:44:12-06:00 summary: "January 13 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm CST Federal and state governments invest billions of dollars each year in higher education and workforce development programs to expand access to education and training. Yet research shows personal financial circumstances and..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/supporting-students-with-some-college-no-credential-toolkit/ title: "Supporting Students with Some College, No Credential Toolkit" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2025-12-04T06:02:35-06:00 summary: "The over 43 million students who started college but did not graduate (Some College, No Credential - SCNC) represents a big opportunity for colleges to serve. These students have already shown an interest in postsecondary education which, in theory, should..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Student Success"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/transportation-toolkit-for-community-college-leaders/ title: "Transportation Toolkit for Community College Leaders" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2025-12-02T09:00:00-06:00 summary: "Access to transportation is essential to student success. Drawing on results from Trellis' Community College Transportation Project, this toolkit provides practical guidance to help community college stakeholders better understand transportation access on their campus. The main document outlines the most..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Student Financial Wellness"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/trellis-360-discussion-series-innovative-leadership-for-the-modern-learner-dr-michael-baston/ title: "Trellis 360 Discussion Series: Innovative Leadership for the Modern Learner - Dr. Michael Baston" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2025-11-14T20:06:39-06:00 summary: "January 20 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm CST The needs of modern learners are vastly different than those of previous students and higher education leaders are rising to the challenge. Join us for the current Trellis 360 Series, where..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/trellis-360-discussion-series-innovative-leadership-for-the-modern-learner-dr-robert-vela/ title: "Trellis 360 Discussion Series: Innovative Leadership for the Modern Learner - Dr. Robert Vela" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2025-11-14T05:47:35-06:00 summary: "December 16, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm CST The needs of modern learners are vastly different than those of previous students and higher education leaders are rising to the challenge. Join us for the Fall Trellis 360 Series,..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/busting-the-myth-of-self-financing-college/ title: "Busting the Myth of Self-Financing College" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2025-11-12T09:00:00-06:00 summary: "Most students rely on multiple sources beyond work and savings to cover the cost of their education. Although many work while enrolled, these earnings alone are rarely enough to cover the full cost of attendance. While working one's way through..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Student Financial Wellness"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/mental-health-in-college-what-research-tells-us-about-supporting-students/ title: "Mental Health in College: What Research Tells Us About Supporting Students" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2025-11-07T18:39:49-06:00 summary: "April 8 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm CDT Join editor Dr. Alexis Redding and contributing authors of the forthcoming book Mental Health in College: What Research Tel: ls Us About Supporting Students for an engaging conversation on the evolving..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/understanding-first-generation-students-financial-academic-and-well-being-insights/ title: "Understanding First-Generation Students: Financial, Academic, and Well-Being Insights" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2025-10-23T22:31:49-05:00 summary: "This brief explores the financial, academic, and well-being challenges faced by first-generation college students in the 2024 Student Financial Wellness Survey (SFWS), highlighting disparities in support, mental health, and basic needs insecurity, and offering evidence-based strategies for institutions to foster..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Student Financial Wellness"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/basic-needs-101-with-trellis-strategies/ title: "Basic Needs 101 with Trellis Strategies" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2025-10-11T10:30:19-05:00 summary: "November 19, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm CST Whether you're just beginning to explore basic needs support or looking to strengthen existing initiatives, this discussion will equip you with the knowledge and tools to make a meaningful impact...." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/overview-of-a-some-college-no-credential-toolkit/ title: "Overview of a Some College, No Credential Toolkit" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2025-09-30T21:35:38-05:00 summary: "December 2, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm CST Building on our understanding of the SCNC learner through our recent national Some College, No Credential survey, this webinar introduces a practical toolkit designed to help institutions reconnect with and..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/understanding-the-some-college-no-credential-learner/ title: "Understanding the Some College, No Credential Learner" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2025-09-30T21:30:09-05:00 summary: "November 12, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm CST Millions of learners have started college but left without a credential across the country. This is often due to financial, personal, or institutional barriers. This session dives into the characteristics..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/introduction-to-the-modern-learner/ title: "Introduction to the Modern Learner" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2025-09-30T21:26:05-05:00 summary: "October 27, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm CDT Today's students are navigating higher education with new expectations and evolving needs. In this introductory webinar, Trellis Strategies explores the profile of the Modern Learner. We will explore who they..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/the-parenting-students-project-at-acc-successes-and-future-directions/ title: "The Parenting Students Project at ACC: Successes and Future Directions" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2025-09-26T20:00:18-05:00 summary: "November 5, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm CST The Parenting Students Project (2021-2025) combined direct financial assistance with a strong community of care to support over 100 parenting students at Austin Community College District (ACC). Through a mixed-methods..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/transportation-security/ title: "Transportation Security" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2025-09-26T19:55:35-05:00 summary: "October 15, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm CDT Consistent transportation to and from campus is crucial to student success. In this session, we will discuss the various ways that transportation presents a barrier to higher education access. Through..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/perceptions-and-persistence-evidence-from-the-fall-2022-outcome-study/ title: "Perceptions and Persistence: Evidence from the Fall 2022 Outcome Study" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2025-09-18T09:00:00-05:00 summary: "As higher education continues to move beyond traditional postsecondary pathways, students are increasingly empowered to choose environments where they feel most at home. Student perceptions of belonging, financial support, and return on investment are therefore critical considerations for higher education..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Student Financial Wellness"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/trellis-strategies-360-discussion-series-innovative-leadership-for-the-modern-learner-a-discussion-with-chancellor-flores/ title: "Trellis Strategies 360 Discussion Series: Innovative Leadership for the Modern Learner - A Discussion with Chancellor Flores" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2025-09-11T23:58:07-05:00 summary: "September 23, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm CDT The needs of modern learners are vastly different than those of previous students and higher education leaders are rising to the challenge. Join us for the Fall Trellis Strategies 360..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/one-in-five-addressing-the-needs-of-caregiving-students-in-postsecondary-education/ title: "One in Five: Addressing the Needs of Caregiving Students in Postsecondary Education" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2025-08-19T15:26:38-05:00 summary: "September 8, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm CDT Caregivers form a key constituency of current, potential, and returning college students, with around one in five undergraduates having legal dependents. Students who take care of children and other family..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/degrees-of-responsibility-caregiving-students-in-the-2024-student-financial-wellness-survey/ title: "Degrees of Responsibility: Caregiving Students in the 2024 Student Financial Wellness Survey" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2025-08-17T18:12:06-05:00 summary: "Caregivers form a key constituency of current, potential, and returning college students, with around one in five undergraduates having legal dependents. Students who take care of children and other family members face greater barriers to education than their peers without..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Student Financial Wellness"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/texas-public-university-guaranteed-tuition-program-directory/ title: "Texas Public University Guaranteed Tuition Program Directory" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2025-08-07T01:55:22-05:00 summary: "Texas' public university enrollment leaders compiled a list of the Guaranteed Tuition Programs available across the state. The directory outlines the programs providing free tuition based on family/household income (parent and student) as of August 2025. Basic program information is..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Enrollment Management"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/modern-learner-summit/ title: "Modern Learner Summit" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2025-07-30T16:41:30-05:00 summary: "September 15, 2025 @ 11:00 am - September 16, 2025 @ 6:00 pm CDT Trellis Strategies and the Trellis Foundation invite you to join us in Austin, TX for the inaugural Modern Learner Summit, taking place September 15-16, 2025. Sept.15:..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/understanding-working-students-the-impact-of-work-on-college-success/ title: "Understanding Working Students: The Impact of Work on College Success" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2025-07-30T16:11:56-05:00 summary: "A majority of undergraduate students work while enrolled, and many face significant challenges related to financial instability, long work hours, and limited access to support services. Drawing on findings from the Fall 2024 Student Financial Wellness Survey, this brief explores..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Student Success"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/mental-health-and-wellbeing-supporting-the-whole-student/ title: "Mental Health and Wellbeing: Supporting the Whole Student" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2025-07-10T13:48:57-05:00 summary: "August 14, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm CDT Trellis Strategies and the C4SW , the Coalition for Student Wellbeing, are collaborating on this webinar to explore the current state of student mental health and what institutions can do..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/infographic-sfws-fall-2024-parenting-students/ title: "Infographic - SFWS Fall 2024 - Parenting Students" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2025-07-01T10:15:28-05:00 summary: "This infographic highlights key Fall 2024 Student Financial Wellness Survey (SFWS) findings from more than 9,500 parenting students at 104 institutions across the country. These insights aim to capture the lived experiences of parenting students and provide policymakers and institutional..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Student Financial Wellness"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/fathers-in-college-navigating-family-finances-and-wellbeing/ title: "Fathers in College: Navigating Family, Finances, and Wellbeing" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2025-06-30T10:43:08-05:00 summary: "This brief presents insights on the challenges faced by fathers in college, using 2024 Student Financial Wellness Survey (SFWS) data to highlight the unique experiences and financial behaviors of over 1,300 male parenting students. Download the Brief" author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Student Financial Wellness"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/solutions/quantifying-the-value-of-higher-education/ title: "Quantifying the Value of Higher Education" category: "Page" type: page date: 2025-06-18T13:18:27-05:00 summary: "Quantifying the Value of Higher Education Economic Impact Studies by Trellis Strategies At Trellis Strategies, we help institutions and associations tell a powerful story - one backed by data. Our Economic Impact Studies reveal how colleges and universities drive economic..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/maximizing-yield-turning-applicants-into-enrolled-students/ title: "Maximizing Yield - Turning Applicants into Enrolled Students" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2025-05-05T10:56:23-05:00 summary: "June 24, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm CDT With fewer college-bound students and declining yield rates, institutions can no longer rely on traditional admissions tactics alone. Join Trellis Strategies to examine how a cross-campus approach-focused on guiding each..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/economic-impact-making-the-case-for-postsecondary-education/ title: "Economic Impact - Making the Case for Postsecondary Education" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2025-05-05T10:46:48-05:00 summary: "June 3, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm CDT How do you show the real-world return on investment of a college degree? Join Trellis Strategies to learn how institutions are using economic impact studies to tell their story-quantifying job..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/trellis-strategies-releases-annual-student-financial-wellness-survey-findings-on-student-mental-health-and-basic-needs/ title: "Trellis Strategies Releases Annual Student Financial Wellness Survey Findings on Student Mental Health and Basic Needs" category: "Press Releases" type: post date: 2025-04-25T16:34:54-05:00 summary: "Round Rock, TX - Trellis Strategies, a nonprofit research and consulting firm focused on improving postsecondary student outcomes, has released findings from its annual Student Financial Wellness Survey (SFWS) . The results highlight persistent challenges facing modern students, including mental..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US tags: ["Press Releases", "Student Financial Wellness"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/student-financial-wellness-survey-fall-2024-results/ title: "Student Financial Wellness Survey - Fall 2024 Results" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2025-04-25T08:00:00-05:00 summary: "This report shares Fall 2024 Student Financial Wellness survey (SFWS) results from more than 53,000 undergraduate students at 104 institutions across the country. It highlights student financial security, basic needs security, academic disruptions, personas as workers or parents, and perceptions..." author: "Rene Zain" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Student Financial Wellness"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/infographic-sfws-fall-2024-undergraduates/ title: "Infographic - SFWS Fall 2024 - Undergraduates" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2025-04-25T08:00:00-05:00 summary: "This infographic highlights key Fall 2024 Student Financial Wellness survey (SFWS) results from more than 53,000 undergraduate students at 104 institutions across the country. The findings presented in this report seek to shed light on students' lived experiences and offer..." author: "Rene Zain" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Student Financial Wellness"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/basic-needs-summit/ title: "Basic Needs Summit" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2025-04-09T15:02:01-05:00 summary: "July 16, 2025 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm CDT Join Trellis Strategies at the Higher Education Financial Wellness Alliance Summit for data driven conversations about student basic needs including food insecurity, transportation, and financial security. All Summit attendees, in-person..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/venue/ title: "The University of Utah - S.J. Quinney College of Law" category: "Tribe_venue" type: tribe_venue date: 2025-04-09T15:01:58-05:00 author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/parenting-students-what-they-need-and-what-institutions-can-do/ title: "Parenting Students: What They Need and What Institutions Can Do" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2025-03-18T16:28:14-05:00 summary: "Approximately one in five undergraduate students, including around a quarter of first-generation students, are parents. These learners are highly motivated in their pursuit of postsecondary education, but face many challenges including time poverty, financial insecurity, and a low sense of..." author: "Rene Zain" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Student Financial Wellness"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/addressing-the-rising-cost-of-attendance-in-higher-education-in-texas/ title: "Addressing the Rising Cost of Attendance in Higher Education in Texas" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2025-03-03T10:47:00-06:00 summary: "The rising cost of college in Texas presents a significant burden for students and families, impacting access to higher education and student success. This brief examines key issues related to the increasing cost of attendance, including tuition, housing, hidden fees,..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Student Financial Wellness"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/pillars-of-support-from-the-parenting-students-project/ title: "\"Pillars of Support\" from the Parenting Students Project" category: "Blog" type: post date: 2025-02-19T08:00:00-06:00 summary: "Parenting students face higher rates of financial and basic needs insecurity compared to their non-parenting peers, jeopardizing their academic success and overall well-being. One recent effort to address these challenges is the Parenting Students Project (PSP), a pilot initiative by..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US tags: ["Blog", "Increase Student Enrollment", "Student Financial Wellness", "Student Mental Health"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/student-financial-wellness-insights-understanding-campus-implications/ title: "Student Financial Wellness Insights: Understanding Campus Implications" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2025-02-18T12:23:36-06:00 summary: "April 24, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm CDT Join us for the official unveiling of the Fall 2024 Student Financial Wellness Survey. Gain crucial insights from fresh data highlighting key findings, emerging trends, and strategies that institutions can..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/pillars-of-support-results-from-an-evaluation-of-the-parenting-students-project-at-austin-community-college/ title: "Pillars of Support - Results from an Evaluation of the Parenting Students Project at Austin Community College" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2025-02-18T08:08:00-06:00 summary: "The Parenting Students Project (PSP) is an initiative organized by United Way for Greater Austin in coordination with Austin Community College District to provide financial, academic, and social support to parenting students. In this mixed-methods evaluation of the PSP by..." author: "Rene Zain" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Student Success"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/trellis-strategies-360-discussion-series-institutional-transformation-rethinking-outcomes-and-accountability/ title: "Trellis Strategies 360 Discussion Series - Institutional Transformation: Rethinking Outcomes and Accountability" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2025-02-11T10:51:36-06:00 summary: "June 23, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm CDT There is increased pressure, and no shortage of frameworks, to look at outcomes for postsecondary degrees and credentials. Institutions increasingly are feeling pressure to adapt to the needs of an..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/trellis-strategies-360-discussion-series-institutional-transformation-rethinking-affordability/ title: "Trellis Strategies 360 Discussion Series - Institutional Transformation: Rethinking Affordability" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2025-02-11T10:50:02-06:00 summary: "May 12, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm CDT Affordability is a key driver of institutional transformation. As the costs (both direct and indirect) of postsecondary education continue to increase, there is a rightful consideration of the return on..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/trellis-strategies-360-discussion-series-institutional-transformation-rethinking-course-scheduling/ title: "Trellis Strategies 360 Discussion Series - Institutional Transformation: Rethinking Course Scheduling" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2025-02-11T10:48:06-06:00 summary: "April 14, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm CDT The course schedule is a time-honored tradition within many higher education institutions but represents a foundational element of the student experience. Episode two will explore how course scheduling impacts everything..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/some-college-no-credential-and-non-matriculation-surveys-webinar/ title: "Some College, No Credential and Non-Matriculating Students Survey" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2025-02-11T10:32:56-06:00 summary: "February 25, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm CST Help re-engage students who left before earning a degree with two free Trellis Strategies surveys-one for students who stopped out in the past 3-5 years and another for admitted students..." author: "Rene Zain" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/trellis-strategies-360-discussion-series-introduction-to-institutional-transformation-rethinking-learners/ title: "Trellis Strategies 360 Discussion Series: Introduction to Institutional Transformation - Rethinking Learners" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2025-02-06T14:25:20-06:00 summary: "March 17, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm CDT The Trellis Strategies 360 Discussion Series returns for its fourth season, exploring Institutional Transformation to Empower Modern Learners. Episode one sets the stage for reimagining institutional approaches to meet the..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/beyond-recruitment-a-strategic-approach-to-boosting-student-yield/ title: "Beyond Recruitment: A Strategic Approach to Boosting Student Yield" category: "Blog" type: post date: 2025-01-29T16:07:44-06:00 summary: "At Trellis Strategies, we work extensively to help colleges navigate the complex world of student enrollment, from research on trends to technical assistance in goal setting and operations. Managing enrollment requires balancing the retention of enrolled students with the addition..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US tags: ["Blog", "Increase Student Enrollment"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/ensuring-career-success-for-college-students/ title: "Ensuring Career Success for College Students" category: "Blog" type: post date: 2025-01-29T11:18:47-06:00 summary: "Students deserve an education that connects their aspirations to meaningful careers, providing stability and long-term success. They need information and support to identify and achieve goals, as well as opportunities to gain professional skills, experience, and a network before graduation...." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US tags: ["Blog"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/unlock-key-insights-for-your-institution-join-the-2025-state-opportunity-index/ title: "Unlock Key Insights for Your Institution: Join the 2025 State Opportunity Index" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2025-01-24T11:16:02-06:00 summary: "February 11, 2025 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Central Time (CT) Join Strada Education Foundation and Trellis Strategies to explore the 2025 State Opportunity Index, a powerful tool designed to strengthen the connection between postsecondary education and pathways to..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/how-the-modern-learner-perceive-the-value-of-college/ title: "How Does the Modern Learner Perceive the Value of College?" category: "Blog" type: post date: 2024-11-15T06:07:28-06:00 summary: "The Modern Learner Today's college students are juggling multiple financial commitments and may have competing priorities that complicate their identity as students. Analyses of data from the National Center for Education Statistics have found that so-called \"traditional\" students-those who enroll..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US tags: ["Blog", "Student Financial Wellness"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/creating-a-campus-customer-service-culture-at-alabama-state-university-guest-blog/ title: "Creating a Campus Customer Service Culture at Alabama State University" category: "Blog" type: post date: 2024-10-29T09:35:39-05:00 summary: "Students attend college by choice. They have a daily choice to start and stay. The way we treat them makes a significant difference. It is essential to prioritize customer service within higher education to meet the evolving needs of our..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US tags: ["Blog"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/test/ title: "Protected: Test" category: "Page" type: page date: 2024-10-28T16:43:58-05:00 summary: "asdfas" author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/series/some-college-no-credential-institutional-impact-and-strategies-for-re-engaging-students/ title: "Some College No Credential: Institutional Impact and Strategies for Re-Engaging Students" category: "Tribe_event_series" type: tribe_event_series date: 2024-10-28T15:00:04-05:00 author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/student-financial-wellness-survey-fall-2023-report-experiences-of-hispanic-students-at-hispanic-association-of-colleges-and-universities-institutions-in-texas/ title: "Student Financial Wellness Survey Fall 2023 Report - Experiences of Hispanic Students at Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities Institutions in Texas" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2024-10-28T11:24:06-05:00 summary: "This report highlights Fall 2023 Student Financial Wellness Survey results from respondents at 25 Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) institutions in Texas. The report focuses on the experiences of Hispanic students at these institutions, including their financial security,..." author: "HDM TeamAccess" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Student Financial Wellness"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/key-issues-and-policy-recommendations-for-supporting-youth-formerly-in-foster-care-toolkit/ title: "Key Issues and Policy Recommendations for Supporting Youth Formerly in Foster Care" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2024-10-10T12:23:16-05:00 summary: "Eighty percent of incoming community college students intend to transfer to a four-year institution, but only 16 percent ultimately attain a bachelor's degree within six years. While some reasons for this low success rate are outside of institutional control, simplifying..." author: "HDM TeamAccess" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Basic Needs"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/addressing-challenges-and-support-for-youth-formerly-in-foster-care/ title: "Addressing Challenges and Support for Youth Formerly in Foster Care" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2024-10-10T12:07:15-05:00 summary: "While roughly 80 percent of former foster youth report having interest in higher education, only 3 percent go on to earn a four-year degree. Youth Formerly in Foster Care (YFFC) often encounter significant barriers that result in low degree attainment..." author: "HDM TeamAccess" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Basic Needs"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/data-management/ title: "Data Management and Security Policies" category: "Page" type: page date: 2024-09-19T20:28:13-05:00 summary: "Our SOlutions Data Management and Security Policies Data security and student privacy is of utmost importance to Strada and Trellis. This project uses procedures and protocols to safeguard student anonymity and confidentiality and to protect against any potential breach in..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/the-first-generation-experience-insights-from-the-student-financial-wellness-survey/ title: "The First-Generation Experience: Insights from the Student Financial Wellness Survey" category: "Blog" type: post date: 2024-09-10T12:05:50-05:00 summary: "In Trellis' 2023 Student Financial Wellness Survey (SFWS), 38 percent of respondents identified as first-generation students (n=19,634), comprising 41 percent of respondents at two-year institutions and 35 percent of those at four-year institutions. First-generation students can face unique challenges while..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US tags: ["Blog", "Student Financial Wellness"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/the-road-to-success-for-transfer-students-best-practices-and-innovative-approaches-to-transfer-pathways/ title: "The Road to Success for Transfer Students: Best Practices and Innovative Approaches to Transfer Pathways" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2024-09-05T15:06:43-05:00 summary: "Eighty percent of incoming community college students intend to transfer to a four-year institution, but only 16 percent ultimately attain a bachelor's degree within six years. While some reasons for this low success rate are outside of institutional control, simplifying..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Enrollment Management"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/creating-a-campus-customer-service-culture/ title: "Creating a Campus Customer Service Culture" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2024-09-05T14:36:45-05:00 summary: "October 17, 2024 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm CDT There are many variables that affect student enrollment, retention, and success. Some are uncontrollable, but the one thing a college or university can control is the way it treats its..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/student-re-engagement-effective-strategies-to-planning-and-connecting-with-students/ title: "Student Re-Engagement: Effective Strategies to Planning and Connecting with Students" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2024-09-05T14:31:10-05:00 summary: "September 24, 2024 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm CDT Re-engaging students with some college, but no degree represents a very big opportunity for colleges and universities to improve student success and institutional enrollment. This webinar will explore the challenges..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/alamo-colleges-district-transfer-compact/ title: "Alamo Colleges District Transfer Compact" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2024-09-03T10:57:45-05:00 summary: "The Alamo Colleges District (ACD) created the South Central Transfer Compact (Compact) in 2015, in partnership with Texas A&M University and Austin Community College, to promote transfer among community college students and create more efficient transfer pathways between institutions. Today,..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Student Success"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/how-the-modern-learner-perceives-the-value-of-college/ title: "How the Modern Learner Perceives the Value of College" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2024-08-27T14:02:46-05:00 summary: "While most undergraduates agree that a college degree is worth the investment, perceptions about the value of postsecondary education are not uniform across all learners. This brief discusses perceptions of the financial value of college among three key demographic groups-first-generation..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Student Financial Wellness"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/elevating-equitable-value-investigating-economic-outcomes-of-postsecondary-education/ title: "Elevating Equitable Value: Investigating Economic Outcomes of Postsecondary Education" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2024-08-27T13:35:17-05:00 summary: "September 18, 2024 @ 1:00 pm Data-driven research can inform policies and practices that dismantle barriers to college access and success, ensuring that high-quality, high-value postsecondary education is within reach for every student. The Postsecondary Value Commission's Equitable Value Explorer..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/leveraging-data-for-student-success-lessons-from-the-student-financial-wellness-survey-guest-blog/ title: "Leveraging Data for Student Success: Lessons from the Student Financial Wellness Survey (Guest Blog)" category: "Blog" type: post date: 2024-08-19T16:51:10-05:00 summary: "At first glance, participating in the Student Financial Wellness Survey (SFWS ) seemed daunting. However, that was far from the truth. The Trellis Strategies team made the whole process as smooth as possible. They provided all the information needed and..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US tags: ["Blog", "Student Financial Wellness"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/faculty-involvement-in-student-recruitment-and-enrollment/ title: "Faculty Involvement in Student Recruitment and Enrollment" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2024-08-07T14:10:32-05:00 summary: "As the number of options for post-secondary students continues to increase, post-secondary institutions are faced with staunch competition for these students in ever-broadening market conditions. Undoubtedly, one thing students want out of college, particularly in on-campus environments, is a sense..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Enrollment Management"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/parenting-student-support/ title: "Parenting Student Support" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2024-07-26T02:35:36-05:00 summary: "November 13, 2024 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm CST Our Fall 2023 Financial Wellness Survey results show that more than one in five students is a parent. The parenting student identity has become more visible across postsecondary institutions; although,..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/innovations-in-assessment-and-credentialing/ title: "Innovations in Assessment and Credentialing" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2024-07-26T02:33:28-05:00 summary: "October 29, 2024 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm CDT Explore alternative methods of assessing student learning and competency beyond traditional exams and grades. This discussion will delve into the value of digital badges, competency-based education, and micro-credentials in recognizing..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/perceptions-of-institutional-support/ title: "Perceptions of Institutional Support" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2024-07-26T02:20:01-05:00 summary: "August 14, 2024 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm CDT It is important for institutions to understand their students' barriers and struggles and provide crucial support services as needed. Students who feel connected to and supported by their institution develop..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/unlocking-potential-strategies-for-re-enrolling-students-with-some-college-but-no-credential/ title: "Unlocking Potential: Strategies for Re-Enrolling Students with Some College but No Credential" category: "Blog" type: post date: 2024-07-15T15:58:16-05:00 summary: "Colleges and universities looking to maintain or grow enrollments often look first to new recruitment, new programs, or new amenities. Many colleges, however, should look first to those students who took some classes but never graduated. The Missing Link? Students..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US tags: ["Blog", "Increase Student Enrollment"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/venue/ title: "Virtual Webinar" category: "Tribe_venue" type: tribe_venue date: 2024-07-15T15:35:57-05:00 author: "HDM TeamAccess" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/feeding-the-future-addressing-food-insecurity-on-college-campuses/ title: "Feeding the Future: Addressing Food Insecurity on College Campuses" category: "Blog" type: post date: 2024-06-26T15:41:52-05:00 summary: "This blog was written in collaboration with Swipe Out Hunger , which is a national nonprofit at the forefront of ending college student hunger. Join the anti-hunger movement by supporting their work or joining their campus partner network ! Every..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US tags: ["Blog"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/mental-health-and-finances/ title: "Mental Health and Finances Webinar" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2024-06-18T17:04:39-05:00 summary: "June 25, 2024 @ 2:00 pm Student basic needs and mental health are key student success conversations nationwide. Data from the Trellis Strategies Student Financial Wellness survey reinforces this and shows a high prevalence of food and housing insecurity and..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/the-importance-of-campus-visits/ title: "The Importance of Campus Visits" category: "Blog" type: post date: 2024-06-18T16:44:09-05:00 summary: "A sense of belonging can play a large role in student college choice . Students want to attend schools that demonstrate a commitment to admitting and financially supporting them . One such way for students to identify this belonging and..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US tags: ["Blog"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/360-discussion-series-time-poverty-and-impact-on-student-experience/ title: "Trellis 360 Discussion Series: Modern Learners: Time Poverty and Impact on Student Experience" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2024-06-14T17:22:10-05:00 summary: "October 15, 2024 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm CDT Modern Learners: Navigating Multiple Personas and Commitments In our third season of the 360 Discussion Series, we will dive deeper into what shapes the postsecondary lifestyle of the modern learner...." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/360-discussion-series-earn-and-learn-employment-opportunities-while-enrolled/ title: "Earn and Learn: Employment Opportunities While Enrolled" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2024-06-14T17:18:15-05:00 summary: "September 17, 2024 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm CDT Modern Learners: Navigating Multiple Personas and Commitments In our third season of the 360 Discussion Series, we will dive deeper into what shapes the postsecondary lifestyle of the modern learner...." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/360-discussion-series-student-basic-needs-and-mental-health/ title: "Student Basic Needs and Mental Health" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2024-06-14T17:12:21-05:00 summary: "August 20, 2024 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm CDT Modern Learners: Navigating Multiple Personas and Commitments In our third season of the 360 Discussion Series, we will dive deeper into what shapes the postsecondary lifestyle of the modern learner...." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/360-discussion-series-unmet-financial-need-and-student-success/ title: "Unmet Financial Need and Student Success" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2024-06-14T17:04:14-05:00 summary: "June 24, 2024 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm CDT Modern Learners: Navigating Multiple Personas and Commitments In our third season of the 360 Discussion Series, we will dive deeper into what shapes the postsecondary lifestyle of the modern learner...." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/the-importance-of-campus-visits-and-strategies-for-success/ title: "The Importance of Campus Visits and Strategies for Success" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2024-06-12T21:11:35-05:00 summary: "A successful campus visit can help students see a place for themselves on campus. This toolkit reviews existing research, methods and best practices to ensure higher education institutions can provide high quality campus visits that are both informative and enjoyable..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Student Success"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/trellis-strategies-announces-acquisition-of-workforce-talent-educators-association/ title: "Trellis Strategies Announces Acquisition of Workforce Talent Educators Association" category: "Press Releases" type: post date: 2024-06-12T10:27:08-05:00 summary: "Round Rock, TX - Trellis Strategies, a leading strategic nonprofit research and consulting firm in postsecondary education, proudly announces the acquisition of Workforce Talent Educators Association (WTEA). This acquisition positions Trellis Strategies to continue addressing the dynamic challenges facing institutions..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US tags: ["Press Releases"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/career-impact-audit/ title: "Career Impact Audit" category: "Page" type: page date: 2024-05-30T13:28:58-05:00 summary: "Our Solutions Assuring Quality in Career-Building Education At Trellis Strategies, our Career Impact Audit allows programs to demonstrate excellence in preparing students for careers through the assessment of: Workforce Outcomes Quality Management Processes Work-Ready Skill Attainment The Career Impact Audit..." author: "Rene Zain" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/skills-verified/ title: "Skills Verified" category: "Page" type: page date: 2024-05-30T13:28:54-05:00 summary: "Our Solutions Enhance Workforce Readiness with Trellis Strategies Skills Verified At Trellis Strategies, our Skills Verified designation enables educational programs to demonstrate their effectiveness in preparing students for the workforce through rigorous evaluation of three key areas: Workforce Curricular Alignment..." author: "Rene Zain" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/skills-alignment/ title: "Skills Alignment" category: "Page" type: page date: 2024-05-30T13:28:51-05:00 summary: "Our Solutions Skills Alignment Assessment At Trellis Strategies, we are excited to announce our recent acquisition of the Workforce Talent Educators Association (WTEA), a respected leader in career-building education. This partnership marks a new chapter in our mission to set..." author: "Rene Zain" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/just-out-of-reach-how-student-financial-well-being-impacts-the-realization-of-economic-returns-on-postsecondary-education/ title: "Just Out of Reach: How Student Financial Well-Being Impacts the Realization of Economic Returns on Postsecondary Education" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2024-05-22T12:02:44-05:00 summary: "This report uses the results from Trellis' Student Financial Wellness Survey to define three factors of student financial well-being. The study combines these factors with the Institute for Higher Education Policy's Postsecondary Value Framework to determine how the financial well-being..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Student Financial Wellness"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/redefining-customer-service-in-higher-ed-faculty-insights/ title: "Redefining Customer Service in Higher Ed: Faculty Insights" category: "Blog" type: post date: 2024-05-16T13:37:25-05:00 summary: "Faculty sometimes look askance at the notion of \" customer service \" in higher education. There are good reasons for faculty suspicion of the customer service terminology, but this need not be the case. Faculty can embrace the concept of..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US tags: ["Blog"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/financial-insecurity-and-time-poverty-with-students/ title: "Financial Insecurity and Time Poverty Among Modern Learners" category: "Blog" type: post date: 2024-05-07T16:22:22-05:00 summary: "Modern learners, sometimes referred to as adult learners, are typically defined as college students aged 25 and older. These students are more likely to face particular barriers to their success, such as work and family responsibilities, than their younger peers...." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US tags: ["Blog", "Student Financial Wellness"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/infographic-sfws-fall-2023-undergraduates/ title: "Infographic - SFWS Fall 2023 - Undergraduates" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2024-05-06T12:12:17-05:00 summary: "This infographic highlights Fall 2023 Student Financial Wellness survey (SFWS) results from more than 62,000 undergraduate students at 142 institutions across the country. The findings highlighted in this infographic aim to amplify the lived experiences of students and provide policymakers..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Student Financial Wellness"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/student-financial-wellness-survey-fall-2023-semester-results/ title: "Student Financial Wellness Survey - Fall 2023 Semester Results" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2024-05-06T12:08:20-05:00 summary: "This report highlights Fall 2023 Student Financial Wellness survey (SFWS) results from more than 62,000 undergraduate students at 142 institutions across the country. The findings highlighted in this report aim to amplify the lived experiences of students and provide policymakers..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Student Financial Wellness"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/student-financial-wellness-survey-fall-2023-report/ title: "Student Financial Wellness Survey Fall 2023 Report - Parenting Students at Texas Community Colleges" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2024-04-25T16:12:41-05:00 summary: "This report highlights Fall 2023 Student Financial Wellness Survey (SFWS) results from 3,308 parenting students at 35 Texas community colleges. The report focuses on the experiences and challenges parenting students face regarding financial security, student wellbeing, and paying for college,..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Student Financial Wellness"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/closing-the-completion-gap-in-higher-education/ title: "Closing the Completion Gap: The Trellis Strategies Approach to Re-enrolling College Students" category: "Blog" type: post date: 2024-04-23T10:35:06-05:00 summary: "According to the National Student Clearinghouse, over 40 million Americans have some college credits but no credential . These students have spent time and money on post-secondary education but do not have the degree or certificate to show for their..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US tags: ["Blog", "Increase Student Enrollment"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/financial-insecurity-and-time-poverty-among-modern-learners/ title: "Financial Insecurity and Time Poverty Among Modern Learners" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2024-04-22T10:47:25-05:00 summary: "This brief explores the experiences of college students aged 25 and older using data from the Fall 2023 Student Financial Wellness Survey. These modern learners experience financial insecurity and time poverty at higher rates than their younger peers, which can..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Student Financial Wellness"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/transportation-security-evidence-from-the-2023-student-financial-wellness-survey/ title: "Transportation Security: Evidence from the 2023 Student Financial Wellness Survey" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2024-04-22T10:47:06-05:00 summary: "This brief focuses on the importance of reliable transportation on students' well-being and academic performance. Utilizing data from the Fall 2023 Student Financial Wellness Survey (SFWS), and focusing on students who attended two-year institutions, the brief highlights the importance of..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Basic Needs"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/balancing-act-understanding-the-intersection-of-basic-needs-and-mental-wellbeing-in-college/ title: "Balancing Act: Understanding the Intersection of Basic Needs and Mental Wellbeing in College" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2024-04-22T10:46:17-05:00 summary: "This brief focuses on the intersection of basic needs security and mental wellbeing in college students using data from over 62,000 participants in the Fall 2023 Student Financial Wellness Survey (SFWS). The high prevalence of food and housing insecurity, and..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Basic Needs"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/sfws/data-storage-and-security/ title: "Data Storage and Security" category: "Page" type: page date: 2024-04-19T12:06:26-05:00 summary: "Our SOlutions Data Storage and Security Data security and student privacy is of utmost importance to Trellis. This project utilizes procedures and protocols to safeguard student confidentiality and to protect against a breach in data security. Potential participants in the..." author: "Rene Zain" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/fall-2023-student-financial-wellness-survey-results/ title: "Fall 2023 Student Financial Wellness Survey Results" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2024-04-19T11:28:18-05:00 summary: "May 7, 2024 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm CDT Join us for a presentation of key findings from Trellis's Student Financial Wellness Survey. The fall 2023 results, which include responses from more than 63,000 students from 142 institutions, provide..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/compounding-challenges-addressing-basic-needs-and-mental-health-among-college-students/ title: "Compounding Challenges: Addressing Basic Needs and Mental Health Among College Students" category: "Blog" type: post date: 2024-04-18T11:57:16-05:00 summary: "The intersection of collegiate basic needs insecurity and mental health challenges poses a significant issue in higher education today. While striving to fulfill academic obligations, college students often struggle to access nutritious food, stable housing, and mental health support. Recognizing..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US tags: ["Blog", "Student Financial Wellness", "Student Mental Health"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/student-financial-wellness-survey-sfws-fall-2023-infographic-texas-community-colleges/ title: "Student Financial Wellness Survey (SFWS) Fall 2023 Infographic - Texas Community Colleges" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2024-04-10T14:42:56-05:00 summary: "This infographic provides a high-level overview of Fall 2023 Student Financial Wellness Survey (SFWS) results from nearly 12,000 students at 35 Texas community colleges. Understanding the distinctive challenges and opportunities encountered by these students is crucial for fostering success and..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Student Financial Wellness"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/student-financial-wellness-survey-sfws-fall-2023-semester-report-texas-community-colleges/ title: "Student Financial Wellness Survey (SFWS) Fall 2023 Semester Report - Texas Community Colleges" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2024-04-10T14:39:29-05:00 summary: "This report highlights Fall 2023 Student Financial Wellness Survey (SFWS) results from nearly 12,000 students at 35 Texas community colleges. The SFWS provides a snapshot of the modern learner with key metrics related to financial security, paying for college, perceptions..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Student Financial Wellness"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/the-importance-of-campus-customer-service-to-enrollment-and-retention/ title: "The Importance of Campus Customer Service to Enrollment and Retention" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2024-04-09T11:42:41-05:00 summary: "Providing students with a quality education within a mentoring environment has long been a successful practice in higher education. However, treating students as customers is relatively new. Routine interactions play a crucial role in enrollment and retention. To enhance enrollment,..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Enrollment Management"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/series/360-discussion/ title: "360 Discussion" category: "Tribe_event_series" type: tribe_event_series date: 2024-04-09T09:47:25-05:00 author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/sfws/ title: "Student Financial Wellness Survey" category: "Page" type: page date: 2024-03-19T18:47:11-05:00 summary: "Welcome to the Student Financial Wellness Survey A powerful FREE resource designed to illuminate the critical link between student success, finances, and mental health. As dedicated advocates for higher education, we understand the pivotal role that financial well-being plays in..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/connecting-college-students-with-public-benefits-programs/ title: "Connecting College Students with Public Benefits Programs" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2024-03-15T10:28:14-05:00 summary: "Bridging the Gap: Providing Assistance with Public Benefit Programs for College Students Public benefits programs such as SNAP, Section 8, and transportation assistance can help mitigate basic-needs insecurity and improve academic success among low-income students. However, these benefits are underutilized:..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Basic Needs"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/unveiling-the-multifaceted-value-of-credentials-in-higher-education/ title: "Unveiling the Multifaceted Value of Credentials in Higher Education" category: "Blog" type: post date: 2024-02-26T07:24:44-06:00 summary: "As we navigate the complex landscape and the changing perceptions of postsecondary education one question consistently arises: What truly defines the value of credentials? In our recent Trellis 360 discussions, this concern was echoed by participants who emphasized the need..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US tags: ["Blog"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/trellis-basic-needs-summit/ title: "Trellis Basic Needs Summit" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2024-02-23T10:08:00-06:00 summary: "April 24, 2024 @ 1:00 pm - April 25, 2024 @ 3:00 pm CDT Discussions, Panels, and Solution Formation Join us for data-driven conversations about students' basic needs, including mental health, childcare, food, housing, and transportation. Plus, look at the..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/360-discussion-solutions-summit/ title: "Solutions Summit" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2024-02-22T07:42:00-06:00 summary: "February 22, 2024 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm CST Barriers to Completion: Why Individuals Pause Their Education Join us VIRTUALLY on February 22, 2024, for our Solutions Summit, addressing obstacles people face along their post-secondary education journey. This Solutions..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/capstone-report-the-value-of-higher-education/ title: "Capstone Report: The Value of Higher Education" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2024-02-20T13:37:42-06:00 summary: "In 2023 Trellis hosted five in-person discussion sessions, covering five aspects of the value of higher education. Hosted at the Highland Campus of Austin Community College, topics covered included: Stakeholders in Value Using Diverse Data to Inform Value Why Underrepresented..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Student Success"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/connecting-college-students-with-public-benefits-programs/ title: "How to Connect College Students with Public Benefits Programs" category: "Blog" type: post date: 2024-02-20T11:36:23-06:00 summary: "Recent surveys indicate that nearly a quarter of U. S. undergraduates are food insecure. Given that students who experience food insecurity are over 40 percent less likely to graduate from college, addressing basic needs insecurity is a critical issue in..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US tags: ["Blog", "Student Financial Wellness"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/venue/austin-community-college-highland/ title: "Austin Community College: Highland Campus" category: "Tribe_venue" type: tribe_venue date: 2024-01-29T10:49:26-06:00 author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/past-events-and-videos/ title: "Past Events and Videos" category: "Page" type: page date: 2024-01-29T01:57:00-06:00 summary: "Past Events and Videos Video July 27, 2026 Student Financial Wellness Survey: How To Participate Learn More Video June 23, 2026 Trellis 360 Discussion Series: Innovative Leadership for the Modern Learner - Dr. Pam Eddinger Learn More Video June 17,..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/increasing-enrollment-through-inter-office-coordination-and-student-support/ title: "Increasing Enrollment Through Inter-Office Coordination and Student Support" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2024-01-23T13:29:08-06:00 summary: "Increasing Enrollment Through Inter-Office Coordination and Student Support Before getting to their first college classes, admitted students face numerous administrative hurdles, including complex financial decisions and bureaucratic requirements across multiple offices. This toolkit outlines ways institutions can make the system..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Enrollment Management"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/increase-enrollment-in-higher-ed-with-inter-office-coordination/ title: "Roadmaps, not Roadblocks: Increasing Enrollment Yield Through Inter-Office Coordination" category: "Blog" type: post date: 2024-01-22T13:20:45-06:00 summary: "\"I have been trying to enroll for a year now,\" writes an aspiring student. \"I tried getting assistance and guidance from an advisor. I did not receive help. \" This student was admitted to their college of choice, but they..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US tags: ["Blog", "Increase Student Enrollment"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/360-discussion-who-does-not-start-post-secondary/ title: "360 Discussion: Who Doesn't Start Postsecondary Education" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2024-01-18T11:04:00-06:00 summary: "January 18, 2024 @ 9:00 am - 10:30 am CST Barriers to Completion: Who Doesn't Start Postsecondary Education and Why? The 360 Discussion series showcases thought leaders throughout the postsecondary education sector sharing their expertise on why people pause their..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/360-discussion-why-individuals-pause-their-education/ title: "360 Discussion: Why Individuals Pause Their Education" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2023-12-14T09:52:00-06:00 summary: "December 14, 2023 @ 9:00 am - 10:30 am CST Barriers to Completion: Why Individuals Pause Their Education Student-Ready Institutions, Processes, and Programs The 360 Discussion series showcases thought leaders throughout the postsecondary education sector sharing their expertise on why..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/customer-service-in-higher-education-a-values-approach/ title: "Customer Service in Higher Education - A Values Approach" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2023-12-13T07:36:00-06:00 summary: "December 13, 2023 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm CST Learn how to develop a service-oriented, sustainable relationship with students over time and in diverse situations. The session will offer five simple and easy-to-follow customer service principles for improved customer..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/best-practices-for-communicating-enrollment-and-financial-aid-requirements/ title: "Best Practices for Communicating Enrollment and Financial Aid Requirements" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2023-12-05T16:45:05-06:00 summary: "Many incoming college students struggle to understand and keep track of key administrative requirements such as placement tests, tuition payment plans, and course registration deadlines. As a result, students may miss out on key financial aid opportunities, or even fail..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Enrollment Management"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/marketing-strategies-to-implement-in-admissions-and-recruitment/ title: "Marketing Strategies to Implement in Admissions and Recruitment" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2023-11-29T07:31:00-06:00 summary: "November 29, 2023 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm CST Marketing strategies are crucial in attracting and enrolling talented students in higher education institutions. By effectively communicating the institution's unique brand, schools can capture the interest of prospective students and..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/improving-student-success-through-basic-needs-centers/ title: "Improving Student Success Through Basic Needs Centers" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2023-11-27T13:32:14-06:00 summary: "Food and housing insecurity among undergraduates is a critical issue in today's higher education landscape. Drawing on recent research in student success, this toolkit outlines best practices and key recommendations for addressing basic needs insecurity through comprehensive campus resource centers...." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Basic Needs"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/transportation-as-a-pathway-to-higher-education/ title: "Transportation as a Pathway to Higher Education" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2023-11-27T13:30:06-06:00 summary: "Transportation is crucial to student success. Reliable transportation ensures students get the most out of their education by being active participants in the classroom. This toolkit reviews research, strategies, and best practices for higher education institutions to get students to..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Basic Needs"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/career-impact-audit-and-skills-alignment/ title: "Skills Alignment and Career Impact Audits" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2023-11-15T07:22:00-06:00 summary: "November 15, 2023 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm CST There is increased pressure across the country for outcomes evaluation of postsecondary education. This aligns with decreased public trust in higher education and is top of mind for many campus..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/student-transportation/ title: "More Than Miles: Bridging Gaps in Student Transportation for Academic Success" category: "Blog" type: post date: 2023-11-10T13:14:37-06:00 summary: "Students who are unable to reliably commute to their college campus are at risk of falling behind in school or dropping out altogether. For many students, the cost of transportation presents a barrier to higher education . In 2020-2021, transportation..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US tags: ["Blog"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/improving-student-success-through-basic-needs-centers/ title: "Improving Student Success Through Basic Needs Centers " category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2023-11-08T07:17:00-06:00 summary: "November 8, 2023 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm CST Food and housing security are crucial to student success in and out of the classroom. This webinar discusses research-driven recommendations for building resource centers to address basic needs insecurity on..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/360-discussion-trust-expectations-and-outcomes/ title: "360 Discussion: Institution Trust, Expectations, and Outcomes" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2023-11-07T03:51:00-06:00 summary: "November 7, 2023 @ 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm CST Barriers to Completion: Why Individuals Pause Their Education Trust, Expectations, and Outcomes of Postsecondary Education The 360 Discussion series showcases thought leaders throughout the postsecondary education sector sharing their expertise..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/establishing-a-community-of-care-on-college-campuses/ title: "Establishing a Community of Care on College Campuses " category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2023-11-01T01:09:00-05:00 summary: "November 1, 2023 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm CDT It's evident that college campuses are facing an urgent need to support student's mental health challenges, especially with the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. The increasing number of students experiencing..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/venue/ title: "Highland Campus of Austin Community College District, Room 1550" category: "Tribe_venue" type: tribe_venue date: 2023-10-27T11:13:23-05:00 author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/connecting-engaging-and-increasing-retention-through-the-pedagogy-of-real-talk/ title: "Connecting, Engaging, and Increasing Retention Through the Pedagogy of Real Talk" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2023-10-25T01:04:00-05:00 summary: "October 25, 2023 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm CDT Physiological and psychological needs, such as food, shelter, and good mental health, are paramount to student retention and success. These resources are typically available through an Advocacy Resource Center; however,..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/360-discussion-who-pauses-education/ title: "360 Discussion: Who Pauses Their Education and Why" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2023-10-12T03:48:00-05:00 summary: "October 12, 2023 @ 9:00 am - 10:30 am CDT Barriers to Completion: Why Individuals Pause Their Education Data Conversation: Who Pauses Their Education and Why? Trellis 360 showcases thought leaders throughout the postsecondary education sector, sharing their expertise about..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/elevating-student-experiences-beyond-customer-service-in-higher-education/ title: "Elevating Student Experiences: Beyond Customer Service in Higher Education" category: "Blog" type: post date: 2023-10-12T00:32:23-05:00 summary: "How campuses treat students makes a difference in whether students start, stay, and maintain a close relationship after graduating. How we treat the student - as a customer - matters. Throughout the article, you will encounter two distinct terms -..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US tags: ["Blog"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/financial-wellness-of-parenting-students/ title: "Financial Wellness of Parenting Students and School Strategies for Creating a Family-Friendly Campus" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2023-10-11T13:56:00-05:00 summary: "October 11, 2023 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm CDT Trellis Strategies will share findings from their two new reports on parenting students. These studies, funded by The Annie E. Casey Foundation, examine students' unique challenges in balancing school, work,..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/venue/ title: "Virtual" category: "Tribe_venue" type: tribe_venue date: 2023-10-05T13:49:43-05:00 author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/introducing-trellis-strategies-evolving-the-student-experience-for-the-modern-learner/ title: "Introducing Trellis Strategies: Evolving the Student Experience for the Modern Learner" category: "Press Releases" type: post date: 2023-09-12T11:06:48-05:00 summary: "Round Rock, TX - Trellis, an organization with over four decades of experience supporting higher education, is proud to announce the official launch of Trellis Strategies. Trellis Strategies is a strategic research and consulting firm dedicated to advancing postsecondary education..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US tags: ["Press Releases"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/support-for-student-parents-convening/ title: "Support for Student Parents Convening" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2023-09-11T03:44:00-05:00 summary: "September 11, 2023 @ 9:00 am - 3:30 pm CDT Trellis invites you to attend an IN-PERSON Student Parent Convening on Monday, September 11, 2023 (9am-3:30pm CST) at our Trellis Company Office in Round Rock, TX. Our goal is to..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/supporting-our-young-parents/ title: "Supporting Our Young Parents" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2023-09-08T02:42:41-05:00 summary: "Evidence from the 2021 Student Financial Wellness Survey Parenting students younger than 25 years old face different challenges than their parenting peers aged 25 or older. This report explores ways that these two groups of student parents differ regarding caregiving..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Student Financial Wellness"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/navigating-college-and-parenthood/ title: "Navigating College and Parenthood" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2023-09-08T02:39:17-05:00 summary: "Insights from the Fall 2021 Student Financial Wellness Survey Parenting students made up nearly a quarter of respondents in Trellis' Fall 2021 Student Financial Wellness Survey. These students face additional hurdles to higher education compared to their non-parenting peers and..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Student Financial Wellness"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/financial-wellness-among-younger-college-students/ title: "Financial Wellness Among Younger College Students" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2023-09-08T02:16:28-05:00 summary: "Insights from the Fall 2021 Student Financial Wellness Survey This report explores the financial wellness and mental health of students younger than 25 years old compared to that of students aged 25 and older using data from Trellis' Fall 2021..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Student Financial Wellness"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/state-of-student-aid-2021/ title: "State of Student Aid 2021" category: "Page" type: page date: 2023-09-01T14:27:36-05:00 summary: "State of Student Aid in Texas - 2021 The State of Student Aid and Higher Education in Texas (SOSA) annual report serves as a reference for colleges, universities, and policymakers, and provides a comparison of Texas state and federal student..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/state-of-student-aid-2022/ title: "State of Student Aid 2022" category: "Page" type: page date: 2023-09-01T14:25:58-05:00 summary: "State of Student Aid in Texas - 2022 The State of Student Aid and Higher Education in Texas (SOSA) annual report serves as a reference for colleges, universities, and policymakers, and provides a comparison of Texas state and federal student..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/state-of-student-aid-in-texas/ title: "State of Student Aid in Texas" category: "Blog" type: post date: 2023-09-01T13:41:15-05:00 summary: "After decades of consistent public support, colleges and universities are facing growing scrutiny-especially in terms of accessibility and value. This is no exception for Texas' institutions of higher education. Fortunately, Trellis Strategies has had the privilege of being included in..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US tags: ["Blog"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/college-student-re-engagement-surveys-insights-and-outcomes/ title: "College Student Re-Engagement Surveys: Insights and Outcomes" category: "Blog" type: post date: 2023-09-01T13:22:50-05:00 summary: "In Fall 2022, more than 18 million students had enrolled in U. S. colleges and universities. However, at the current rate of graduation, millions of those students will leave school without earning their degree. From familial obligations to affordability, there..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US tags: ["Blog", "Increase Student Enrollment"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/texas-workforce-organizations-landscape-analysis/ title: "Texas Workforce Organizations Landscape Analysis" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2023-09-01T13:19:13-05:00 summary: "The report provides a landscape analysis of the workforce development environment in Texas. Many organizations are performing valuable roles in ensuring that the labor markets in Texas operate efficiently, supplying employers with skilled workers and providing workers with opportunities to..." author: "Art Martinez" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Student Success"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/financial-experiences-of-students-who-dont-complete-the-fafsa/ title: "Financial Experiences of Students Who Don't Complete the FAFSA" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2023-09-01T13:19:13-05:00 summary: "This brief examines data from 59,208 students at 104 higher education institutions that participated in Trellis' Fall 2021 Student Financial Wellness Survey (SFWS). The report focuses on self-reported FAFSA completion and reasons for not completing the FAFSA. Fifteen percent of..." author: "Art Martinez" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Student Financial Wellness"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/from-safety-net-to-struggle-the-end-of-temporary-snap-exemptions-for-college-students/ title: "From Safety Net to Struggle: The End of Temporary SNAP Exemptions for College Students" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2023-09-01T13:19:13-05:00 summary: "Although food insecurity is common among college students, they face significant barriers in accessing food assistance through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Despite being a proven program designed to ameliorate food insecurity, eligibility requirements and student-specific restrictions have prevented..." author: "Tiana Chandler" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Basic Needs"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/infographic-sfws-fall-2022-undergraduates/ title: "Infographic - SFWS Fall 2022 - Undergraduates" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2023-09-01T13:19:13-05:00 summary: "Using the student responses from 89 colleges and universities that participated in the Fall 2022 Student Financial Wellness Survey, this infographic covers high-level results on key financial wellness topics. These topics include paying for college, use of credit cards, student..." author: "Tiana Chandler" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Student Financial Wellness"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/student-financial-wellness-survey-sfws-fall-2022/ title: "Student Financial Wellness Survey (SFWS), Fall 2022" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2023-09-01T13:19:13-05:00 summary: "Trellis' Student Financial Wellness Survey (SFWS) seeks to document the financial well-being of post-secondary students and provide institutions with a detailed profile of the financial issues their students face, some of which could potentially impact their success in college. This..." author: "Tiana Chandler" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Student Financial Wellness"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/transportation-as-a-barrier-to-higher-education-evidence-from-the-2022-student-financial-wellness-survey/ title: "Transportation as a Barrier to Higher Education: Evidence from the 2022 Student Financial Wellness Survey" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2023-09-01T13:19:13-05:00 summary: "The cost of transportation can be a barrier for many students, impacting their ability to reliable commute to campus and attend class. The vast majority of respondents in the Student Financial Wellness Survey report having a car, demonstrating the need..." author: "Tiana Chandler" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Basic Needs"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/studying-on-empty-a-qualitative-study-of-low-food-security-among-college-students/ title: "Studying on Empty: A Qualitative Study of Low Food Security Among College Students" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2023-09-01T13:19:12-05:00 summary: "Recent research suggests that the combination of high and rising college prices, stagnant family incomes, and increased enrollment of lower-income students leaves many college students struggling to meet their basic needs, including adequate, regular nutrition. This report explores the lived..." author: "Art Martinez" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Basic Needs"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/students-who-are-and-are-not-parents-a-comparison-of-student-financial-wellness/ title: "Students Who Are and Are Not Parents: A Comparison of Student Financial Wellness" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2023-09-01T13:19:12-05:00 summary: "Students who are parents are more likely to be housing insecure, run out of money five or more times, and do not pay off the full balance of their credit card payments. Students Who are Parents Students Who are Not..." author: "Art Martinez" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Student Financial Wellness"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-studies/in-need-students-use-safety-net-resources-with-varying-levels-of-security/ title: "In Need, Students Use Safety Net Resources With Varying Levels of Security" category: "Research-studies" type: research-studies date: 2023-09-01T13:19:12-05:00 summary: "This brief examines data from 63,751 students at 104 higher education institutions that participated in Trellis' Fall 2021 Student Financial Wellness survey with a look at the various safety net resources students turn to when experiencing financial insecurity. Download the..." author: "Art Martinez" language: en-US research_studies_category: ["Student Financial Wellness"] license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/venue/ title: "Austin, TX" category: "Tribe_venue" type: tribe_venue date: 2023-09-01T03:54:02-05:00 author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/venue/ title: "Trellis Office" category: "Tribe_venue" type: tribe_venue date: 2023-09-01T03:43:39-05:00 author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/venue/highland-campus-of-austin-community-college-district/ title: "Highland Campus of Austin Community College District" category: "Tribe_venue" type: tribe_venue date: 2023-08-24T15:17:55-05:00 summary: "Presentation Hall, Room 1550 (Building 2000)" author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/venue/the-university-of-texas-at-austin/ title: "The College of Education at UT Austin | George I. Sanchez Building" category: "Tribe_venue" type: tribe_venue date: 2023-08-24T13:16:09-05:00 summary: "George I. Sanchez Building | Parker Room" author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/ title: "Home" category: "Page" type: page date: 2023-08-24T07:37:00-05:00 summary: "Trellis Strategies helps you evolve to meet the needs of the modern learner . Building on its 40-year history serving higher education, Trellis Strategies is a research and technical assistance firm dedicated to driving institutional transformation by delivering unparalleled insights..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/contact-us/ title: "Contact Us" category: "Page" type: page date: 2023-08-24T02:56:16-05:00 summary: "Contact Trellis Strategies Let's Talk Trellis Strategies is just a click away. Contact Trellis Strategies and we'll respond promptly with the support you need. info@trellisstrategies. org" author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/our-events/ title: "Events" category: "Page" type: page date: 2023-08-24T02:55:38-05:00 summary: "Join the conversation. Attend Trellis Strategies events. Welcome to Trellis Strategies, where we're committed to creating an inclusive platform that brings together a diverse group of individuals in the field of post-secondary education. Our primary goal is to collectively address..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-services/campus-support/ title: "Campus Support" category: "Page" type: page date: 2023-08-24T02:55:10-05:00 summary: "Campus Support Your Partner in Data Informed Decision Making. At Trellis Strategies, we understand the importance of data in shaping the future of higher education institutions. Our mission is to help you gain valuable insights into your student body and..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-services/custom-research/ title: "Custom Research" category: "Page" type: page date: 2023-08-24T02:54:55-05:00 summary: "Custom Research from Trellis Strategies We understand that every institution has unique challenges and aspirations. That's Trellis Strategies offers a comprehensive suite of custom research services tailored to meet your specific needs. Get Started As a non-profit research team with..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-services/subscription-service/ title: "Subscription Service" category: "Page" type: page date: 2023-08-24T02:54:21-05:00 summary: "Data-backed, packaged solutions for institutions Access a repository of research, toolkits, and strategic planning to help with your most pressing issues as an institution. See Our Subscription Services You deserve better than a \"hit or miss\" solution Small Institutions Focused..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/research-services/ title: "Research Services" category: "Page" type: page date: 2023-08-24T02:52:25-05:00 summary: "Research Services Trellis Strategies is a collaborative thought partner to institutions and organizations focused on advancing education and strengthening the workforce. We excel in providing solutions of the right size and scope tailored to our partners' specific needs. To drive..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/solutions/student-experience/ title: "Student Experience" category: "Page" type: page date: 2023-08-24T02:51:54-05:00 summary: "Our Solutions Student Experience As learners evolve, institutions adapt to serve new and diverse student populations. Prospective students will likely have increasingly complex personas that create potential barriers to their success, impact their perceived value of education, and drive their..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/solutions/some-college-no-credential/ title: "Some College, No Credential" category: "Page" type: page date: 2023-08-24T02:51:30-05:00 summary: "Some College, No Credential Re-Enrollment Supporting institutional strategies to reconnect and graduate stopped-out students. Today, more than 43 million individuals have some college experience but no credential. Trellis Strategies partners with institutions to identify, reconnect, and support these learners on..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/solutions/enrollment/ title: "Enrollment" category: "Page" type: page date: 2023-08-24T02:51:11-05:00 summary: "Our SOlutions Enrollment Data and Strategy Trellis Strategies provides data, insights, and process improvements that help institutions strengthen recruitment, enrollment, customer service, and learner experience, leading to higher yields and improved graduation rates. Get Started Data Driven Enrollment Insights Trellis..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/solutions/ title: "Solutions" category: "Page" type: page date: 2023-08-24T02:50:50-05:00 summary: "Our Solutions Solutions In today's rapidly evolving education landscape, institutions face varied expectations from their students, industry, and the general public. As institutions look to adapt, they need a partner to: Understand who they serve How to serve them How..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/insights/research-hub/ title: "Research Hub" category: "Page" type: page date: 2023-08-24T02:50:41-05:00 summary: "Research Hub Trellis Strategies Research Hub champions the exploration and understanding of the modern learner's journey, emphasizing the pivotal role of data in shaping educational pathways and policies. Through collaboration with organizations and policymakers, we aim to extend our insights..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/insights/newsletter/ title: "Newsletter" category: "Page" type: page date: 2023-08-24T02:50:30-05:00 summary: "Strategies 360 Stay ahead of the curve with the Trellis Strategies newsletter and the latest trends, resources and innovative practices in the industry. Our thought-provoking blogs, analyses, expert interviews, and case studies, will inspire innovative solutions and empower you to..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/insights/blog/ title: "Blog" category: "Page" type: page date: 2023-08-24T02:50:16-05:00 summary: "Discover the most recent research, news and insights Discover the most recent Trellis Strategies blog for research, news and insights presented by our team of experts and partners. Whether you're an educator, employer or simply passionate about higher education, we..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/insights/ title: "Insights" category: "Page" type: page date: 2023-08-24T02:49:13-05:00 summary: "OUR COMMITMENTS Trellis Strategies Insights Through our commitment to postsecondary education for clients and partners across the country, we aim to keep you informed, engaged and inspired by the work being done. Our goal is to provide sustainable best practices..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/about-us/ title: "About Us" category: "Page" type: page date: 2023-08-24T02:49:03-05:00 summary: "Who We Are About Trellis Strategies Trellis Strategies is a strategic research and technical assistance firm dedicated to advancing postsecondary education and strengthening the workforce by delivering unparalleled insights into the student experience, from application through graduation. With over 40..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/privacy-policy/ title: "Privacy Policy" category: "Page" type: page date: 2023-08-19T23:34:14-05:00 summary: "Privacy Policy For information about how we manage, secure, and retain data collected through surveys and institutional partnerships, please refer to our Data Management and Security Policies . Who we are Our website address is: https://www. trellisstrategies. org/ . Comments..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved - url: https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/360-discussion-series/ title: "360 Discussion Series" category: "Tribe_events" type: tribe_events date: 2023-01-11T03:54:00-06:00 summary: "January 11, 2023 @ 9:00 am - 10:30 am CST Barriers to Completion: Why Individuals Pause Their Education Who Doesn't Start and Why? Trellis 360 is a showcase of thought leaders throughout the postsecondary education sector, sharing their expertise about..." author: "Alvin Sy" language: en-US license: all-rights-reserved