General Education Lenses

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General Education Courses

3 Secret Ways General Education Boosts Your Salary

According to a 2023 employer survey, 76% of hiring managers say a T-shaped skill set from general education raises starting salaries by up to 12%, making those required courses a direct investment in your paycheck. While many UMD students see the GenEd checklist as a hurdle, treating it as career

General Education Lenses

Will General Education Lenses Rescue Retention?

Yes - general education lenses can boost student retention by aligning curricula with inclusive outcomes, workforce needs, and accreditation standards, creating a more engaging learning environment. Did you know that programs integrating inclusive lenses see a 15% boost in course completion rates? General Education Lenses: The Core Innovation When I