10 steps to student success: Where technology makes an impact
You know first-hand the challenges of supporting students at scale. From getting prospects in the door, to ensuring they complete financial aid forms, all the way to cheering them across the graduation stage — it’s a journey filled with hurdles. Limited resources and evolving learner needs makes providing the right guidance at the right time […]
Using technology to cultivate wellbeing
Feeling constantly connected yet increasingly detached? You’re not alone. We live in a time of constant connectivity — yet rates of loneliness and burnout continue to rise. In a recent webinar with Amy Blankson, CEO of the Digital Wellness Institute, Mainstay explores how institutions can leverage technology to improve wellbeing instead of harm it. Let’s […]
New U.S. News formula emphasizes Pell, first-generation, and earnings data
U.S. News & World Report recently released its annual college rankings, but this year brought major changes to the methodology behind the influential ratings. The publisher overhauled its formula for the first time in decades, aiming to address criticism that the rankings promote ideals misaligned with higher education. The reworked methodology places greater emphasis on […]
Getting strategic about AI: 4 questions for higher ed leaders
The rapid rise of AI tools like ChatGPT has sparked important conversations about artificial intelligence’s role in higher education. But if your institution is simply reacting to each new AI development as it emerges, you risk losing sight of the big picture. Instead, higher ed leaders should take a step back to think strategically. The […]
5 ways to connect with career-focused Gen Z students
Have traditional 4-year degrees lost their luster? Today’s Gen Z students seem to think so. New data suggests that young learners are focused on finding fast, cost-effective pathways to careers — not just a traditional “college experience.” This significant shift requires community colleges to rethink their messaging and program offerings. The good news? Your institution […]
AI won’t steal your job, but an AI-savvy colleague might
Take a closer look at AI’s impact on higher education and job security, and take steps to stay ahead of the curve.
An update on Mainstay’s anti-racism journey
A look back at key milestones along Mainstay’s journey to become an anti-racist organization
The future of AI in Higher Ed: How Mainstay and ChatGPT can empower colleges to deliver proactive world-class student success
Learn how AI tools like Mainstay and ChatGPT can improve outcomes for students at colleges and universities.
Rise in students with incomplete credentials underscores the need for additional support
Mainstay’s research-backed text messages are proven to engage more students, increase persistence, and degree completion.
How to integrate ‘8 dimensions of wellness’ into your HR strategy
Mainstay’s AI chatbots give employees the resources and support they need to improve their health and wellbeing — creating a happier, healthier, and more productive workforce.
What does ChatGPT mean for Mainstay?
There’s a lot of discussion around ChatGPT and generative AI. How can Mainstay leverage such tools?
The role of tools like ChatGPT and AI in Higher Education
With the widespread adoption of AI in higher education, we examine how to use AI responsibly, ethically, and for good.