North Carolina Holistic Student Support Initiative | 2026–2027 Statewide Kickoff Holistic Student Support Community of Practice

Join colleagues from across the North Carolina Community College System as we kick off the 2026–2027 year of the North Carolina Holistic Student Support Initiative and continue the work of the Holistic Student Support Community of Practice.

This statewide kickoff will introduce the vision, priorities, and engagement opportunities for the 2026–2027 year while highlighting practical strategies, resources, and partnerships designed to strengthen holistic student support across North Carolina’s community colleges.

During this session, participants will:

• Explore the statewide vision for the North Carolina Holistic Student Support Initiative. – Learn about the 2026–2027 Community of Practice and opportunities for year-round engagement.
• Receive an overview of the Student Parent Blueprint and implementation resources developed through the statewide co-design initiative.
• Learn about Phase II of the 2Gen Coaching Initiative and opportunities to participate in future coaching cohorts.
• Preview regional Community of Practice meetings, campus spotlights, promising practices, and the statewide resource exchange.
• Connect with colleagues and national partners committed to advancing holistic student success.

Whether your work focuses on advising, basic needs, student parents, wellness, retention, academic support, student engagement, or student success, this initiative is designed to provide practical tools, meaningful connections, and implementation strategies that can be adapted to meet the unique needs of your campus.

Who Should Attend?

Faculty, student affairs professionals, academic affairs leaders, advisors, counselors, student success practitioners, basic needs coordinators, wellness professionals, administrators, and anyone committed to advancing holistic student success across North Carolina community colleges.

Hosted by:  The NC Student Success Center | Questions regarding this session, please contact Dr. Felita Carr, Access and Retention Strategy Coordinator.