"Even in the best of times, life for students enrolled at Hinds Community College, in Raymond, Miss., is not easy. Many are surviving on Pell Grants and low-wage jobs at Walmart and Sonic to gain an education."—Source: Chronicle of Higher Education
WHY THIS MATTERS:
We are living through unprecedented times. As institutions do their best to offer continuity during a health crisis, it's important to remember that this shift is not easy for everyone. For both students and faculty, this moment is presenting struggles that they have not prepared for — compassion and empathy are very important tools right now.