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 Moments

00:00 - Introduction

05:41 - Intentional College Experiences and Connections

09:31 - College Social Connections and Their Impact On Economic Mobility

16:34 - College Students' Soft Skills and How Colleges Can Help

20:12 - Redefining Success In College And Beyond

25:33 - Education And Career Goals With Ana Homayoun

26:39 - College Students' Networking Challenges and Strategies

31:34 - Networking, Career Advice, and Hands-on Learning.

35:46- Intergenerational Relationships and Connecting Students Across Differences

Links We Share

ERASING THE FINISH LINE: The New Blueprint For Success Beyond Grades and College Admissions