How Colleges Can Cultivate Relationships to Improve the Student Experience

Author Ana Homayoun joins hosts Jeff Selingo and Michael Horn to discuss her new book "Erasing the Finish Line: The New Blueprint for Success Beyond Grades and College Admission." They ask what other measures for success should we consider for a student in higher ed beyond academics. The conversation explores expanding one’s social circles, networking, finding mentors, and developing life management skills. The episode is sponsored by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and Ascendium Education Group.Key Moments00:00 - Introduction05:41 - Intentional College Experiences and Connections09:31 - College Social Connections and Their Impact On Economic Mobility16:34 - College Students' Soft Skills and How Colleges Can Help20:12 - Redefining Success In College And Beyond25:33 - Education And Career Goals With Ana Homayoun26:39 - College Students' Networking Challenges and Strategies31:34 - Networking, Career Advice, and Hands-on Learning.35:46- Intergenerational Relationships and Connecting Students Across Differences Links We ShareERASING THE FINISH LINE: The New Blueprint For Success Beyond Grades and College Admissions