Abstract

We are pleased to bring you this UAGC Chronicle issue focused on the fourth UAGC critical student goal: enhancing students' economic return. Enhancing student economic return is crucial for fostering individual prosperity and societal advancement. Investing in education that equips students with relevant skills and knowledge empowers them to secure better-paying jobs and navigate economic challenges more effectively. The 2023 Faculty Experience Survey results reveal that slightly over 50% of faculty members feel empowered to contribute to institutional goals and that overall, faculty feel the least able to contribute to enhancing students' economic return. The Chronicle serves UAGC faculty by providing access to pertinent updates to this work, resources, and teaching practices – aimed at fostering faculty’s sense of contribution to all institutional goals. What you do matters, and we want to give you as many tools as possible to help!

In this issue, contributors introduce discussion related to reducing students’ out-of-pocket expenses, optimizing programs and career services, the impact Artificial Intelligence technology has on the learning experience, and potential impact in the workplace. The Research Corner explores the relationship between trauma and behavior and the impact of dysregulation on student learning – crucial considerations for creating a supportive and inclusive learning environment where all students can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. These topics are aimed at the goal of delivering a valuable educational experience that prepares the UAGC student for the workforce. Our hope is that instructors connect with these articles to enrich their teaching practices by integrating new insights, resources, and methodologies to enhance student preparation for life after graduation.

The UAGC community continues to demonstrate tremendous support for the Chronicle. Our next issue will be published in the 24-25 academic year, and our strategy will continue to focus on engaging this community in the critical work and accomplishments intended to achieve the UAGC mission. We are excited to present a new opportunity to recognize your creative talent by calling for artistic contributions to grace the covers of upcoming UAGC Chronicle issues! Learn more about this opportunity here!

 

Sincerely,

Jackie Bullis
Lead Faculty Support and Classroom Consultant, The UAGC Chronicle Editor

How to Cite:

(2024) “The UAGC Chronicle Spring 2024”, The UAGC Chronicle 9(3).