The Mixed Methods Blog

Perspectives from our researchers, highlights from recent studies, and other news about CCRC

Debunking the “13th Grade” Stigma: The True Challenges Facing Community College Students

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What factors might cause community college students to pause their studies? And what motivates them to return? Summer intern Lauren Lawler explores these questions and reflects on her personal experience as a community college student.

The Importance of Help Seeking in Community Colleges

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Studies have shown that seeking help from counselors and advisors and informal sources such as family and friends leads to improved student learning and increased self-efficacy, but too few students actually reach out. Amanda Zerbib explores what research tells us about students' help-seeking habits.

Inside CCRC: Basmala Zyada’s Journey From English to Education

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Basmala Zyada is joining CCRC this summer as a research intern. In this Q&A, Zyada shares her journey in the humanities, her creative writing endeavors, and her experiences navigating the world of educational research.

Inside CCRC: Catherine Rivas on Combining Clinical Psychology and Research

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Catherine Rivas is joining CCRC this summer as a research intern. In this Q&A, Rivas delves deeper into her own college experience and her motivations for research.

CCRC Welcomes Six Undergraduate Interns

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The summer season for CCRC is now underway, and six undergraduate interns are bringing new ideas to the center as they support research and communications teams. Learn more about the interns in this blog post.