Is your university focused on creating an environment where all students feel supported, respected, and equipped to succeed?
Are you working to close gaps in academic outcomes to ensure more students thrive and persist through graduation?
Are you updating your curriculum to include a broader range of perspectives and experiences—preparing students for real-world challenges and a competitive job market?
Are teaching practices being evaluated and adapted to better engage today’s learners and support different learning styles?
Are you addressing internal practices or mindsets that may be impacting student experiences and enrollment trends?
Are you creating welcoming spaces on campus that contribute to student satisfaction and long-term engagement?
Is your institution building meaningful relationships with families, alumni, and local communities to enrich the student experience?
Do faculty and staff receive consistent professional development focused on enhancing their ability to connect with and support all students?
Have your campus policies been reviewed to ensure they support a fair and consistent experience for every student?
Are you seeking thoughtful support to navigate tensions or challenges on campus in ways that build trust and reinforce your institution’s values?
Why is this work important for Higher Educational Institutions?
Creating a supportive, responsive, and inclusive learning environment is essential for student success in higher education. When colleges and universities invest in developing practices that prioritize belonging, respect, and collaboration, they see measurable improvements in student retention, academic performance, and overall satisfaction.
Engaging faculty and staff through intentional training and reflective practice helps ensure that all students—regardless of background—feel seen, heard, and supported. Updating curriculum and instruction to reflect a wider range of lived experiences better prepares students for today’s workforce, where adaptability, empathy, and cross-cultural communication are critical.
Institutions that actively build a strong, student-centered culture are not only enhancing the educational experience—they’re also equipping graduates with the skills they need to thrive in a dynamic, interconnected world.
How does US² help Higher Educational Institutions?
Organizational Audit
Curriculum Writing
Policy Reform
Professional Development/Training (for all constituent groups)
Restorative Practices (Informal & Formal)
Integration of Social Justice Standards into Curriculum
Support with PLCs (Professional Learning Communities)
Mentoring & Coaching of Staff & Faculty
CARES® Certification
CHANGEmaker Program