Harnessing Strengths for Student Success
Higher education is increasingly embracing strategies that focus on holistic student development, and the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, has taken a leading role with its strengths-based approach to student success. As highlighted in this Inside Higher Ed podcast, this approach shifts the focus from remediation to empowerment, encouraging students to build on their unique strengths and talents. This innovative model not only fosters academic success but also prepares students for personal and professional growth by reinforcing what they naturally excel at.