This qualitative study explores the experiences of undergraduate students attending an elite private university during the COVID-19 pandemic. Using interview data from 62 participants, I examine the impact of online learning, living environment, and additional financial aid. I first explore how additional financial resources provided by the…

The well-being of college students can be impacted by aspects of the physical environment, especially during key life transitions such as beginning college during a pandemic. This repeated cross-sectional study investigates the influence of a newly constructed living-learning neighborhood on first-year residents' mental well-being, specifically…

Promoting staff well-being has been a challenge for many residence life departments long before the COVID-19 pandemic led to a decrease in the mental well-being of the general population as well as in residence life staff. The stressful work environment and demanding work hours in residence life have been linked to burnout and intentions to leave…