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For students without any supports, the college pipeline and the sequence of choices along the way can be overwhelming, leading to delays in degree progression. This Inside IES Research blog post describes three IES-funded information and advising initiatives that address these challenges.

In this latest installment in the series on the Male Student Success Initiative at the Community College of Baltimore County, MDRC researchers draw on interviews and observations to highlight four major ways the program has adapted to keep students engaged during the COVID-19 pandemic.

In light of the national discourse taking place on systemic racism and racial inequities in the United States, this roundup of research can help guide postsecondary institutions, policymakers, and researchers in recognizing and addressing racial inequities that Black students experience in higher education.

In this third installment in a Q&A series about the Male Student Success Initiative at the Community College of Baltimore County, success mentors with the program discuss the importance of building community among students and staff as a continuous improvement strategy.

With the fall 2020 semester underway—whether remotely, in‑person, or using a hybrid model—many questions and concerns remain related to the COVID‑19 pandemic. To shine a light on these topics, we reached out to our network members to curate research, recommendations, and best practices.

In this second installment in a Q&A series on the Male Student Success Initiative at the Community College of Baltimore County, three success mentors with the program reflect on their experiences supporting male students of color.