Chair Joseph cites research on graduation and equity benefits of study abroad
Chair Joseph says research shows study abroad builds leadership and 21st-century skills, improves on-time graduation, and especially benefits underrepresented minority and need-based students. She quotes researchers on equity and compares access for community college students to students at Harvard.
The research shows that students who study abroad develop leadership skills and 21st century skills.
Often sought by employers.
The research also shows that students who study abroad are more likely to graduate on time and further that students from underrepresented minority groups on a need basis aid the most from studying abroad.
Donald Rubin, co-author of one research study, commented, if we are concerned with equity in higher education and completing college,
Helping these students study abroad seems efficient.
I believe that we are concerned with that at CUNY.
Looking specifically at community college data shows that under 2% of U.S.
Study abroad students were studying an associate degree, from Susan Laventure, former director of international education at Community College in North Carolina, remark.
If we want to be equitable, our students should have the same access to study abroad as students at Harvard.
This is what I want for our community college students at CUNY.