ColoradoBiz Magazine
July 14, 2021
Diversity on college campuses enriches a student’s educational experience as they learn from people whose culture and beliefs are different from their own, but recruiting students of color and making sure their college experience is a fulfilling one takes some effort.
And as businesses increasingly seek diversity in their ranks, it’s important for universities to produce qualified graduates who can meet that demand.
“It’s important for us to increase our diversity to provide the pipeline of students for businesses,” said Joyce McConnell, president of Colorado State University.
But many students don’t understand how to navigate the system, beginning with enrolling in a university and securing financial aid, and finding work-study programs that won’t impede their coursework while covering some of their expenses.