Updates from Basta
Nonprofit Connecting First-Generation College Students to Strong First Jobs Expands to HBCUs in the Carolinas
Basta is expanding to HBCUs in North and South Carolina with $1.2M from The Leon Levine Foundation, providing first-generation college students with career navigation and pathways to strong first jobs.
Humanizing Student Affairs Dashboards: From “Show Me the Data” to “Show Me the Students”
Does your data show you numbers, or students? Explore why Deans and Provosts are shifting from reactive tracking to proactive AI-supported advising. We break down how to humanize student affairs dashboards to align campus investments with the career outcomes that truly matter in today's job market.
Humanizing Student Affairs Dashboards: From “Show Me the Data” to “Show Me the Students”
Does your data show you numbers, or students? Explore why Deans and Provosts are shifting from reactive tracking to proactive AI-supported advising. We break down how to humanize student affairs dashboards to align campus investments with the career outcomes that truly matter in today's job market.
AI meets the job search: Career Prep Was Built for a Human-First World, so Now What?
AI meets the job search: smarter tools, new opportunities, and a chance to level the playing field. Here’s how AI is changing hiring—and what it means for students and first-generation job seekers building their careers.
from First-Gen to First choice: strategies for career success
Basta Alumni share their advice for first-gen graduates applying for their first jobs!
Bridging the Gap Between College and Career: A Key to First-Gen Persistence
Basta is changing the game by setting students up for success through career prep rooted in individualized pathways. At Basta, we understand that the key to persistence and graduation for first-generation students lies in building a bridge between classroom learning and career success. When students see their education as a launchpad for their professional lives, they're more likely to thrive in school. It’s a perspective that transforms how students approach their studies and shapes their entire academic journey.
How Emerging Tech Can Help Dismantle Inequality In The Workplace
Maria Flynn, President and CEO of Jobs For the Future, highlights Basta’s work in Forbes Leadership Strategy.
“Your Background Is Your Strength, Not A Limitation”: Advice From First-Gen Grads
Basta Alumni share their advice for first-gen graduates applying for their first jobs!