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Improving Student Graduation Rates

Samantha Nichols Gonzalez

College of William and Mary

Williamsburg, VA

Student (NOT Journalism School)

In an era of "dropout factories" and record low nationwide graduation rates, several schools, universities, and non-profits are finding creative solutions to ensure the success of their students. These stories demonstrate how through providing financial and social support, teaching empowerment and self-advocacy, and emphasizing relationship building and leadership skills, one-by-one schools and universities are smashing stereotypes and increasing graduation rates across the country.