At Indiana University, we are fostering a student-ready culture that recognizes our students come to us with diverse backgrounds, needs, and aspirations. This means we are committed to designing the university experience with students at the center and creating policies and programs that meet their unique needs.
Central to our approach is the concept of student thriving1, a defined framework in student success literature where students are fully engaged intellectually, socially, and emotionally in their college experience. Thriving extends beyond academic success, encompassing personal development, a sense of belonging, and emotional well-being. We embrace the challenges and responsibilities that come with creating an environment where this is possible.
To achieve this, we have adopted the approach of a student-ready campus, which shifts the focus from students being "college-ready" to institutions being "student-ready." This approach compels us to dismantle barriers and cultivate practices, policies, and mindsets that proactively support all students, recognizing their potential rather than their deficits.
Indiana University has also developed a robust student success framework that acknowledges the student as a whole person. This system integrates academic, social, and holistic supports, ensuring students have access to comprehensive resources – ranging from basic needs and well-being to co-curricular and curricular supports. By addressing every aspect of the student experience, we empower our students to navigate the challenges of college and prepare for a lifetime of success.
This integration of student thriving, student-ready campus approach, and holistic support underscores our unwavering commitment to fostering a transformative and inclusive educational environment.
1 For more on thriving, see The Thriving Project's website, or the following journal article. If you have an IU account, you can access it for free.
Schreiner, L. A. (2010). The "Thriving Quotient": A new vision for student success. About Campus, 15(2), 2-10.
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Office of the Vice President for Student Success
