... accomplishment. Practical implications The findings highlight the importance of proactive early communication and intentionally designed relational touchpoints to support DE students’ sense of belonging. They offer insights relevant to widening participation and supporting equitable student transitions...

...Célia Sampaio; Maria do Céu Taveira; Joana Soares; Ana Daniela Silva Purpose Success in the transition between the university and the labor market is an important indicator of the adaptation of newly graduates to the worker’s role in life. This study aims to describe the validity and reliability...

...Kathleen MacDonald; Caroline E. Gibson Purpose The purpose of this paper describes a second‐year induction programme developed to support student transition. The sophomore slump theory suggests that students may experience a slump in the second year, resulting in poorer outcomes and increased...