For students at Pasco-Hernando State College in Florida, the aftermath of the recent hurricanes revealed the profound impact of a campus that cares. Through its commitment as a Caring Campus, PHSC transformed crisis into hope, offering emergency relief and support to students like Dara Gibbs, Epifanio Colon, and Rachelle Wills.
As we reflect on this past year, the extraordinary strides made by Caring Campus community colleges and universities in fostering student persistence, retention, and success across the nation fill our hearts with joy. Your unwavering commitment to placing student connection at the center of your work is not only inspiring but has been transformational for so many students.
In times of adversity, such as the recent hurricanes and disasters that have affected many communities in the east, it is heartening to witness a spirit of care and compassion in action. Pasco-Hernando State College in Florida has gone above and beyond in supporting its students by providing funds, supplies, and much-needed resources to the students who were affected.
Dr. Vincent Tinto and Dr. Peter Felten, two of the nation’s foremost experts on student success, will be featured keynote speakers at the inaugural Caring Campus Conference 2025: Building a National Culture of Care, which will take place from Nov. 12-14, 2025, at the DoubleTree Hotel in San Diego.
Hinds Community College, Mississippi’s largest community college, has embraced Caring Campus to build meaningful connections between students, faculty, and staff.
Delta College is championing student well-being both in and out of the classroom through the institutionalization of Caring Campus strategies.
At Texas A&M University – Kingsville (TAMUK), establishing a caring and welcoming culture is a cornerstone of the student experience. As part of Caring Campus, TAMUK promotes a culture where students feel valued and empowered to reach their goals.
As the fall semester progresses, I hope staff and faculty are deeply engaging with the Caring Campus behavioral commitments, ensuring that every student feels a true sense of belonging and is empowered to thrive both inside and outside the classroom.
Caring Campus Associate Vice President Dr. Bola King-Rushing led an insightful session on the many benefits of the Caring Campus Network (CCN) on Oct. 2. The webinar featured a special focus on the new Caring Campus Certification program and how to maximize the free CCN membership.
At IEBC, we know that research shows that cultivating a strong sense of belonging on college and university campuses is vital for student success. Caring Campus shifts the responsibility to connect from students to educators, partnering with staff and faculty to create a culture where caring is fundamental and every student feels valued and included.