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lauramarcella.bsky.social
Programme-level adjustments to support parent students in higher education, as outlined by Rebecca Gordon from the University of the West of Scotland: www.timeshighereducation.com/campus/small... #highereducation #studentparents
The small steps that can make a big difference to student parents
Juggling academic and parental commitments is no easy feat. Here’s how universities can make small, programme-level adjustments to relieve the pressure on student parents
www.timeshighereducation.com
January 16, 2025 at 9:40 AM
folkvoice.bsky.social
From our first volume in the Comics for a Better World series -- each issue documented the story of a college student who was also a parent. Sponsored by GITA and the Provost's office at MSU Denver #comics #personalnarrative #oralhistory #msudenver #studentparents
January 23, 2025 at 6:06 PM
inscribeapp.bsky.social
1 in 5 undergrads is a parent. 68% of them face housing insecurity. It's time to prioritize #studentparents and break down systemic barriers to their success. www.diverseeducation.com/students/art... via @diverseissues.bsky.social

#highered #studentsuccess #educationforall #educationequity
Report: Housing Crisis Threatens Student Parents' College Dreams
The Generation Hope report reveals the devastating impact of housing insecurity on student parents pursuing higher education.
www.diverseeducation.com
January 13, 2025 at 11:40 PM
mcclibraries.bsky.social
MCC Libraries has a Family Friendly Study Rooms available for student-parents who visit the library with their children. For more info and a link to reserve the room, please visit: libguides.monroecc.edu/studentparents

#MCCLibraries #TakeYourChildtotheLibraryDay
A photo of the Family Friendly study room at LVG Library shows a floor rug with colorful geometric shapes, a child-sized work table and beanbag chair, and a work table for parents. There is also a whiteboard and a corner shelf with books and supplies. A photo of the family friendly study room at the Downtown Campus Learning Commons shows red, green, and blue lounge furniture to sit around an orange and blue seat or table, a whiteboard, a Smart Board, 2 computer workstations, worktables for parents, and storage shelves.
February 7, 2026 at 4:01 PM
tracikirtley.bsky.social
Backstage getting ready for the premiere of our new #RealCollege curriculum course supporting basic needs of #studentparents! #RealCollegeMC #MCStudentParents
Care and Curriculum event program and backstage view
April 28, 2025 at 9:04 PM
educationwork.newamerica.org
As states increasingly recognize #ChildCare as essential infrastructure, we have an opportunity to better support #StudentParents.

Join us NEXT WEEK to hear from policy leaders, like @stephabaker.bsky.social, who are advancing real solutions.

🔗 www.newamerica.org/events/makin...
Dark teal background with a middle collage of young parents with their children and the text, "Making Child Care Work for Student Parents, March 23, Virtual 3:00-4:00 PM ET"
March 20, 2026 at 5:37 PM
educationwork.newamerica.org
Restricting access to public programs isn’t efficient.

💔 It’s cruel. And counterproductive.

Here, our #HigherEd expert @stephabaker.bsky.social sketches out steps policymakers should take to help #StudentParents — and their young families.

www.newamerica.org/education-po...
Expand Support for Parenting Students by Defending and Strengthening Public Benefits
Parenting students struggle to meet basic needs while enrolled in school. Strengthening public benefits can support this population and is a win for students, their families, and society at large.
www.newamerica.org
February 24, 2025 at 3:57 PM
maryannmdemario.bsky.social
This is NOT okay. #StudentParents

www.newamerica.org/education-po...
The President’s Proposed Budget Would Strip Child Care Access from Student Parents
The President's proposed fiscal year 2026 budget would eliminate CCAMPIS. Congress should protect this critical program that serves thousands of student parent families.
www.newamerica.org
May 13, 2025 at 4:47 PM
educationwork.newamerica.org
Will we see you at this year's #ACCT Leadership Congress?

Our pre-conference session on how #college leaders can better connect #StudentParents to the care their family needs is FREE for attendees.

🗓️ 10/22
🕙 10am CST
📍 New Orleans
🔗 registration.experientevent.com/ShowACT252/F...
September 4, 2025 at 7:40 PM
wishfuldoings.bsky.social
📢 Legislative Update!

📌 Toolkit Link: mailchi.mp/3a9058f85477...

HB 0298 passed the House & heads to the Senate Education, Energy & Environment Committee! Next hearing: April 2 @ 1 PM.

#HB0298 #StudentParents #MDLegislation #HigherEd #OneStepCloser
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mailchi.mp
March 24, 2025 at 11:00 AM
stardustmomma.bsky.social
@pregnantscholar.bsky.social had to re-record her session because this Rule was struck down this month 🫠🫠 #cbcsummit #breastfeedingispublichealth #studentparents #lactationlaws
picture of Jessica, the pregnant scholar, presenting about Title IX ruling being struck down by a Kentucky judge in January 2025
January 30, 2025 at 12:15 AM
mcclibraries.bsky.social
Happy Mother's Day to all our student-parents! A reminder that students are welcome to bring their children to the MCC Libraries. Here's an overview of resources available for student-parents, including family-friendly study rooms: libguides.monroecc.edu/studentparents

#MCCLibraries #MothersDay
Room 221 in the Brighton Campus Library is a family-friendly study room with toys such as Mega Bloks, Building Tiles, toy vacuum, a rug with colorful geometric shapes, a child-sized table and chairs set, and posters with the periodic table of elements, a map of the solar system, and a map of the world.
May 11, 2025 at 3:01 PM
educationwork.newamerica.org
Next month, our #HigherEd policy experts will be down South discussing how #college leaders can better help #StudentParents find #ChildCare.

Will we see you in the Big Easy? Join us for our pre-conference session:

🗓️ 10/22
🕙 10am CST
🎷 New Orleans
🔗 registration.experientevent.com/ShowACT252/F...
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September 24, 2025 at 8:30 PM
educationwork.newamerica.org
This year, our #HigherEd policy team is urging lawmakers in the Old Line State to pass new legislation that would improve the data collection of #StudentParents attending public colleges.

🦀 Read how Maryland leaders can better support these students and help them succeed.
Letter of Support for Data Collection on Parenting College Students in Maryland
New America's Higher Education Policy team submitted letter of support for Maryland student parent data collection bill.
www.newamerica.org
March 5, 2025 at 3:19 PM
laguardiacc.bsky.social
📣 Starting June 30, #LaGuardiaCC becomes the first @cuny.edu college to host Horizons NYC, offering free summer enrichment and childcare for student parents. A game-changer for equity, education & family support in NYC. 📚👶 ow.ly/JV2m50W0sJi #StudentParents #EdEquity
LaGuardia Community College Partners With Horizons NYC To Launch Summer Enrichment Program - LaGuardia Community College
LONG ISLAND CITY, NY (May 28, 2025) — Beginning June 30, LaGuardia Community College/CUNY will become the first institution in the City University of New York
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May 28, 2025 at 9:03 PM
wishfuldoings.bsky.social
We’re advancing SB420/HB006 to better identify and support student parents by strengthening data and accountability. We’re asking to reinstate annual data collection. Sign up to testify by Apr 3 (8am–6pm ET). Toolkit: thewishfuldoinghub.wishfuldoings.com/offers/cQNQU... #StudentParents #HB006 #SB420
April 2, 2026 at 5:04 PM
wishfuldoings.bsky.social
LEGISLATIVE UPDATE

We’re excited SB 420 (cross-file to HB 006) passed the Senate! Deep thanks to partners, advocates, and student parents—especially Sen. Mary Washington and Del. Kenneth Kerr. We urge leadership to take the final step and get this across the finish line. #HB006 #StudentParents
March 26, 2026 at 4:27 PM
wishfuldoings.bsky.social
Belonging is a prerequisite for student success.

Grateful to the CBCF Leadership Team & Advisory Work Group for advancing this national work.

🎥 Watch: www.youtube.com/watch?v=ee3n...

#StudentParents #Belonging #HigherEd #WishfulDoing #CBCF
March 2, 2026 at 3:02 PM
wishfuldoings.bsky.social
🚨 ALERT 🚨 HB 006 cleared the House! Thanks to Delegate Ken Kerr, Senator Mary Washington, and all supporters. This bill ensures support for pregnant and parenting students in higher education. Next: the Senate. Stay engaged!

#HB006 #MarylandPolicy #StudentParents #HigherEducation
February 27, 2026 at 4:37 PM