Sharhonda Rush, MBA, MPP, optimization consulting manager at BlackLine, has been named president of The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi—the nation’s oldest and most selective collegiate honor society for all academic disciplines.

Rush’s role as president follows her two-year term as president-elect, which came to a close at the Society’s 2024 Biennial Convention, held virtually Aug.1-2.

As president of The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi for the 2024-2026 biennium, Rush will work with the Society’s board of directors and executive leadership team to develop and implement a new strategic and fundraising plan for the Society and further enhance governance and strategic oversight.

The first African American president of Phi Kappa Phi and the first president who works outside of academia, Rush was initiated into Phi Kappa Phi as a graduate student by the Jacksonville University chapter in 2016. Wanting to make a difference and eager to drive change, she became involved at the national level in 2020 when she was elected as a director on the 2020-2022 Society Board of Directors and chaired the Finance and Budget Committee. During the 2022-2024 biennium as Society president-elect, she continued as chair of the Finance and Budget Committee and served as an ex-officio member on all other standing committees.

Rush earned both a master’s in public policy and an MBA at Jacksonville University and a BSA in accounting from Christopher Newport University. Rush is a certified public accountant. Throughout her finance and accounting career, Rush has gained extensive experience in strategic thinking, collaborating with others, and implementing innovative solutions. In her role at BlackLine, she works with finance and accounting professionals to optimize processes and enhance efficiencies through the strategic use of technology.

A proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc., Rush is actively involved in various community-based sorority initiatives. She has volunteered as a “Big” with Big Brothers Big Sisters and with JTA Cares programs, serving homeless individuals and families transitioning from homelessness. Rush serves as a board member for the Jacksonville University Black Alumni and the North Florida UNCF Leadership Council and is a member of the National Association of Black Accountants, where she provides mentoring to college students majoring in accounting.

“I am so excited for all that we will do together in the coming years,” Rush said during her closing remarks at the 2024 Pih Kappa Phi Biennial Convention. “I deeply value the vibrant connection that Phi Kappa Phi has with our campus chapters. Together, we form a powerful network of scholars and leaders. I am committed to nurturing and strengthening those bonds, ensuring that we not only sustain, but also elevate, our collective impact,” said Rush.

About Phi Kappa Phi
Founded in 1897, Phi Kappa Phi is the nation’s oldest and most selective collegiate honor society for all academic disciplines. Phi Kappa Phi inducts approximately 20,000 students, faculty, professional staff, and alumni annually. The Society has chapters on more than 300 select colleges and universities in the United States, its territories, and the Philippines. Membership is by invitation only to the top 10 percent of seniors and graduate students and 7.5 percent of juniors. Faculty, professional staff, and alumni who have achieved scholarly distinction also qualify. The Society’s mission is to “cultivate a community that celebrates and advances the love of learning.”  For more information, visit www.PhiKappaPhi.org.

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The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi—the nation’s oldest and most selective collegiate honor society for all academic disciplines—today announced the recipients of a 2024 Pioneer Award. The $1,000 awards were given to 50 Phi Kappa Phi members nationwide.

The Pioneer Awards are designed to encourage and reward undergraduate members for developing the research, engagement and leadership skills necessary to become a successful scholar.

“It is with great pride that we announce the 2024 recipients of the Pioneer Award. This award, which recognizes 50 outstanding undergraduate members, is a testament to our commitment to fostering research, engagement, and leadership skills in young scholars. The Pioneer Award represents our ongoing dedication to supporting academic excellence and personal growth across all disciplines. It underscores Phi Kappa Phi’s mission to celebrate and advance learning. We congratulate the recipients and look forward to seeing their continued achievements.” said Society Executive Director and CEO, Bradley R. Newcomer.

The selection process for a Pioneer Award is based on the applicant’s academic achievement, honors and awards, relevant research experience, service and leadership experience, on and off campus, a personal statement and letter of recommendation.

The Pioneer Award, established in 2022, is the newest addition to the Society’s robust portfolio of award and grant programs, which currently gives more than $1 million each year to outstanding students and members through graduate and dissertation fellowships, funding for post-baccalaureate development, and grants for local, national and international literacy initiatives. Phi Kappa Phi is proud to offer an award exclusively for undergraduates through this program.

For the complete list of recipients, visit www.PhiKappaPhi.org/2024Pioneer. The application process for the 2025 Pioneer Awards will open on Dec. 15, 2024.

About Phi Kappa Phi
Founded in 1897, Phi Kappa Phi is the nation’s oldest and most selective collegiate honor society for all academic disciplines. Phi Kappa Phi inducts approximately 20,000 students, faculty, professional staff and alumni annually. The Society has chapters on more than 300 select colleges and universities in the United States, its territories and the Philippines. Membership is by invitation only to the top 10 percent of seniors and graduate students and 7.5 percent of juniors. Faculty, professional staff and alumni who have achieved scholarly distinction also qualify. The Society’s mission is to “cultivate a community that celebrates and advances the love of learning.”  For more information, visit www.PhiKappaPhi.org.

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Alyssa Papa
Director of Communications
apapa@phikappaphi.org
225-923-7777

The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi – the nation’s oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society – is currently accepting applications for its Mary Todd Sabbatical Award, named in honor of its former Executive Director, Dr. Mary Todd.

This prestigious award, valued at $50,000, will be presented annually to one outstanding faculty member to support a sabbatical year or similar reassignment of duties, allowing them to focus on research, writing, or other professional development activities. The Society recognizes the importance of providing faculty members with the time and resources necessary to explore new ideas, collaborate with colleagues, and make significant contributions to their disciplines.

“This award is designed to support our exceptional faculty members in their pursuit of the love of learning, providing them with the time and resources needed to advance their research and professional development. By fostering their scholarly passions, we are reinforcing Phi Kappa Phi’s commitment to celebrating and advancing the love of learning across all academic disciplines. We are confident that this initiative will uphold our tradition of academic excellence, and we look forward to the impactful contributions it will enable for years to come,” said Society Executive Director and CEO Dr. Bradley R. Newcomer.

Applications for the award will be open to active members who are faculty members. A committee of esteemed professionals will review the applications and select the recipient based on their demonstrated excellence, potential for impact, and alignment with the Society’s mission and values.

The award was added to Society’s already robust portfolio of awards in 2023, which currently gives more than $1 million annually to deserving members and students.

The deadline to apply for the Sabbatical Award is Oct. 1, 2024 To learn more about the award, visit www.phikappaphi.org/sabbatical.

About Phi Kappa Phi
Founded in 1897, Phi Kappa Phi is the nation’s oldest and most selective collegiate honor society for all academic disciplines. Phi Kappa Phi inducts approximately 20,000 students, faculty, professional staff and alumni annually. The Society has chapters on more than 300 select colleges and universities in the United States, its territories and the Philippines. Membership is by invitation only to the top 10 percent of seniors and graduate students and 7.5 percent of juniors. Faculty, professional staff and alumni who have achieved scholarly distinction also qualify. The Society’s mission is to “cultivate a community that celebrates and advances the love of learning.”  For more information, visit www.PhiKappaPhi.org.

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Hope Lemoine
hlemoine@phikappaphi.org

More than one-in-four college students report suffering from an eating disorder

Westlake Village, Calif., (August 14, 2024) – Alsana, an eating disorder recovery community, is helping students adjust to college life by offering virtual support to anyone struggling with disordered eating. According to a 2021 study in Psychiatry Research, 28% of college students suffer from eating disorders, which are the second most deadly mental health condition. Early intervention is key to managing and preventing eating disorders from progressing, which is why virtual treatment is so important for busy college students.

College is often the first opportunity for students to live independently. This, combined with new environments and academic pressure, can contribute to unhealthy eating patterns that might lead to an eating disorder. Alsana’s accessible virtual treatment programs allow students to pursue their studies while building healthy habits.

“The pressures of staying on top of school is tough enough as it is. These stressors can trigger disordered eating habits, and treatment can help students improve their overall health to achieve a successful college career,” said Margot Rittenhouse, MS, LPCC, director of clinical services at Alsana Westlake Village. “ With virtual treatment, the recovery process is  accessible from their college living environment, in-between classes and during times that work best with their schedules.”

Benefits of virtual treatment include group and individual therapy, nutrition counseling and meal support, access to care five days a week, and peer support sessions for additional encouragement in recovery.

For more information about Alsana’s virtual treatment programs, click here.

About Alsana®

Alsana is an eating recovery community with virtual Partial Hospitalization (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient (IOP) programs across the United States, in addition to Residential, PHP/IOP programs in Alabama, California, and Missouri. Its eating disorder treatment program are compassion-focused, evidence-based, and designed in alignment with Alsana’s Adaptive Care Model®. This whole-person approach addresses healing in all areas of clients’ lives by integrating medical, nutritional, and therapeutic care with movement and relational therapies. Alsana serves adult clients of all genders and sexual identities struggling with a broad spectrum of eating, feeding, and co-occurring mental health conditions. Alsana’s programs accommodate the unique needs of vegan clients and clients struggling with ED-DMT1, also known as “diabulimia.” Learn more at www.alsana.com.

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Don’t expect colleges and universities to replace stolen or damaged student property, but GradGuard’s College Renters Insurance can.

PHOENIX (August 13, 2024): As students across the country prepare to return to college campuses, GradGuard, the number one provider of college tuition and renters insurance programs, urges families to consider how to protect themselves from the risks of college life.

College marks a significant milestone for many young adults, often representing their first taste of independence and newfound responsibilities. Among these responsibilities is the important task of safeguarding personal belongings, a consideration that may be new to many students.

“Students and families are smart be aware of the risks that come with living on or off campus,” said John Fees, co-founder and CEO of GradGuard. “The average college student brings thousands of dollars worth of personal property to campus, from laptops and bikes and more. The potential financial loss from theft or damage can be substantial.”

Recent Clery Act Reports reveal an alarming average of 24,000 crime and safety incidents are reported annually on college campuses. Over 3 million students living in on-campus housing are likely unaware that their college or university is unlikely to replace stolen or damaged personal property.

• 2,411 robberies were reported on average annually
• 1,840 fires were reported on average annually
• 20,521 burglaries were reported on average annually

This underscores the real risks students face, even in seemingly secure environments like residence halls or campus facilities.

GradGuard’s College Renters Insurance offers a solution tailored specifically to the needs of college students. Here are five compelling reasons why families are smart to consider renters protection:

1. Protection Against Theft: With thousands of reported incidents each year on college campuses nationwide, theft is a genuine concern.
2. Liability Coverage: Unintentional damage happens, especially in shared living spaces. Whether a sprinkler head discharges from a football being tossed around or a student left a candle burning overnight that caused a fire, renters insurance can protect students from financial liability for damage to their residence hall and to others’ property.
3. Affordability: GradGuard’s policies start with a flexible $100 deductible and no credit check, making College Renters Insurance an accessible option for budget-conscious students and families.
4. Worldwide Property Coverage: Protection extends beyond the residence hall, covering students’ belongings whether they’re studying abroad, visiting home on break, or anywhere in the world.
5. Valuable Financial Literacy: Insurance is a part of life, and a college renters insurance policy is often a student’s first insurance policy. Parents can have peace of mind knowing their student’s belongings are protected.

“College is a time for growth and learning, not worrying about replacing stolen or damaged property,” Fees added. “Our goal at GradGuard is to provide affordable, student-focused coverage with no sneaky “gotchas” allowing students to focus on their education.”

For more information about GradGuard’s College Renters Insurance and to explore available policies, visit www.gradguard.com/renters.

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About GradGuard:

GradGuard is the authority on helping schools educate and protect students from the risks of college life. As the #1 provider of college tuition and renters insurance, GradGuard’s pioneering protections have served more than 1.7 million students at more than 1,900 unique institutions.

GradGuard’s national technology platform embeds its innovative insurance protections within the enrollment processes of more than 600 institutions in the United States, helping schools increase college completion and reduce the cost of college by reducing preventable financial losses.

Contact:

Natalie Hubertus
Sr. Director, Marketing
602-341-5947
nhubertus@gradguard.com

Back-to-school deals from Xfinity bring university students the best Internet connection —while still fitting their budget

PHILADELPHIA – August 9, 2024 – Has slow Internet ever dragged you down during critical homework assignments, big sports moments or the finale of Love Island on Peacock? Poor Internet can make schoolwork, entertainment, and socializing online difficult. By rooming with Xfinity Internet, though, your in-home connection can be powerful enough for you to focus on what matters—like studying, streaming and gaming.

University students living off campus may be eligible for Xfinity Internet deals for as low as $25 per month for 12 months, with plug-and-play WiFi equipment included, a one-year price guarantee and no annual contract. The more speed you need, the more benefits you’ll unlock with a free Peacock account, bundled offers with Xfinity Mobile, and a Mastercard gift card that can be used on school expenses or just for fun. Whether you need basic Internet to research for that term paper, or the fastest speeds for streaming or gaming, Xfinity offers three tiers of service.

Visit https://www.xfinity.com/student or scan the QR code below to view the exclusive student offers in your area. You can also sign up by calling 1-800-XFINITY (1-800-934-6489) or by visiting one of our stores.

Xfinity Internet – A speedy, secure and steady connection.

Xfinity Internet provides a comprehensive connectivity experience that combines a powerful network with sophisticated hardware and software to deliver incredible benefits to consumers in more than 60 million homes and businesses across the country: reliability, capacity to power hundreds of devices at once, digital cyber security protection and next-level experience for streaming, gaming and more.

Xfinity Mobile – The Best Kept Secret in Mobile

While some new roomies can be a nightmare, Xfinity brings a lot to the table. Xfinity also offers a wireless service, Xfinity Mobile. With more than 7 million lines added since its launch in 2017, Xfinity Mobile is one of the fastest growing mobile providers in the country. Rated the fastest mobile service with 5G and millions of WiFi hotspots in Comcast service areas*, Xfinity Mobile delivers a great wireless experience for less money. Xfinity Mobile also has the latest phones, with exclusive offers like up to $1,000 off a new Samsung Galaxy phone.

Learn more about the convenience and reliability Xfinity Mobile offers here.

Xfinity WiFi – A fast and reliable connection, wherever you go.

Xfinity Internet and Mobile customers have free, unlimited access to millions of hotspots across the country in libraries, coffee shops, at transportation platforms, in stadiums and more. Xfinity WiFi allows you to video chat with friends, stream a show, or submit your homework at home and on the go. Whether you are visiting friends, on a road trip, or taking a long weekend with the parents, you’ll have a fast and reliable WiFi connection wherever you go.

About Comcast Corporation

Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company. From the connectivity and platforms we provide, to the content and experiences we create, our businesses reach hundreds of millions of customers, viewers, and guests worldwide. We deliver world-class broadband, wireless, and video through Xfinity, Comcast Business, and Sky; produce, distribute, and stream leading entertainment, sports, and news through brands including NBC, Telemundo, Universal, Peacock, and Sky; and bring incredible theme parks and attractions to life through Universal Destinations & Experiences. Visit www.comcastcorporation.com for more information.

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Enter before July 30 to be among 10 college students to win $5,000 toward creating their dream living space

ST. PAUL, MINN. – JULY 26, 2024 – This Back to College season, Command™ Brand is partnering with two-time New York Times bestselling author, television personality and lifestyle expert Hannah Brown to showcase how a delulu mindset is the secret to design happiness. Command™ Brand is offering the chance for 10 college students to win $5,000 to bring their design dreams to life. To enter, students simply need to share their own delulu design inspiration – a moodboard collage, an aspirational image or even a color palette they’re loving – in-feed on Instagram, TikTok or YouTube with #CommandDeluluDesign. The contest runs through July 30, 2024, and potential winners will be notified in early August.

Command™ Brand provides a wide range of practical products and design tips and tricks to help college students and young adults customize their happy space and fully serve it to the world. Hannah Brown worked hand-in-hand with Command™ Brand to create Delulu Design 101, an online crash course to help college students apply the attitude that if you can dream it, you can do it. From customizing your happy space in a new home or apartment to maximizing your dorm room to reflect your true self, Hannah Brown and Command™ Brand are showing college students that the design possibilities are endless with a little creative inspiration and all the right products.

“College is a pivotal time for personal growth and self-expression. It’s a time to explore and fully express who you are,” said Hannah Brown, Command’s Delulu Design Expert. “I am thrilled to partner with Command™ Brand to inspire and support students’ dorm design dreams with Delulu Design 101, which we created together to encourage everyone to embrace the mindset that if you can dream it, it can become a reality, especially with versatile and damage-free Command™ products to make it happen.”

To learn more about the chance to win $5,000 from Command™ Brand, check out Command.com/backtocollegerules. For more information about Command™ Brand products, visit Command.com, or follow us on Facebook, Instagram, or Pinterest at @Command.

NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Open only to legal residents of the U.S and D.C. who are legal age of majority in their jurisdiction of residence and are enrolled in a post-secondary educational institution. Void where prohibited. Enter 7/9/24 at 8:00 am CT – 7/30/24 at 11:59 p.m. CT. LIMIT 1 ENTRY PER PERSON. Taxes are the responsibility of the winner. Subject to the Official Rules available at command.com/backtocollegerules. Sponsor: Command™ Brand, 3M, St. Paul, MN 55144. Odds of winning depend on total number of eligible entries received.

About Command™ Brand

Command™ Brand exists to help you fearlessly change your space with clever, damage-free decorating and organizing solutions that go up easily and remove cleanly without the use of tools. We believe there’s excitement that comes from being able to try new things, and that nothing should hold you back from being brave enough to go after what you want in life. Command™ products hold strongly on most surfaces even where screws and nails can’t to help empower you to create your own happy space.

About 3M
3M (NYSE: MMM) believes science helps create a brighter world for everyone. By unlocking the power of people, ideas and science to reimagine what’s possible, our global team uniquely addresses the opportunities and challenges of our customers, communities, and planet. Learn how we’re working to improve lives and make what’s next at 3M.com/news.

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The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi—the nation’s oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society—today announced the recipients of its 2024 Fellowships. The fellowships, totaling $649,000, were awarded to 62 of the nation’s top scholars at institutions with an active chapter of Phi Kappa Phi.

Established in 1932, the Phi Kappa Phi Fellowship has become the Society’s signature award, providing funding for the first year of graduate or professional study. This year’s program awarded two awards at $35,000 each, the 1897 Fellowship and the Sherrill Carlson Fellowship; six $20,000 Marcus L. Urann Fellowships, named for the Society’s founder; and 54 fellowships of $8,500 each.

“At Phi Kappa Phi, our commitment to recognizing excellence is unwavering. Our Fellows are among the nation’s most gifted graduate students, and we take immense pride in celebrating their remarkable academic achievements and supporting their love of learning,” said Society Executive Director and CEO, Dr. Bradley R. Newcomer.

The 2024 class of fellows represents students from more than 60 colleges and universities across the nation. The recipients—drawn from all academic disciplines—are pursuing post-baccalaureate programs of study ranging from science and engineering to arts and humanities.

The selection process for a fellowship is based on the applicant’s evidence of graduate potential, undergraduate academic achievement, service and leadership experience, letters of recommendation, personal statement of educational perspective and career goals, and acceptance in an approved graduate or professional program.

Phi Kappa Phi Fellowships are part of the Society’s robust portfolio of award and grant programs, which gives more than $1 million each year to outstanding members and students on chapter campuses through study abroad grants, graduate fellowships, funding for post-baccalaureate development, member and chapter awards, and grants for local, national and international literacy initiatives.

To see the complete list of 2024 Phi Kappa Phi Fellows, visit www.phikappaphi.org/2024Fellowships.

About Phi Kappa Phi
Founded in 1897, Phi Kappa Phi is the nation’s oldest and most selective collegiate honor society for all academic disciplines. Phi Kappa Phi inducts approximately 20,000 students, faculty, professional staff and alumni annually. The Society has chapters on more than 300 select colleges and universities in the United States, its territories and the Philippines. Membership is by invitation only to the top 10 percent of seniors and graduate students and 7.5 percent of juniors. Faculty, professional staff and alumni who have achieved scholarly distinction also qualify. The Society’s mission is to “cultivate a community that celebrates and advances the love of learning.”  For more information, visit www.PhiKappaPhi.org.

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Director of Communications
apapa@phikappaphi.org
(225) 923-7777

Nationwide Program Applications Open July 2, Offering $1.5 Million in Scholarships to 150 Students

Procter & Gamble’s leading fabric care brands, Tide, Downy and Gain, are partnering to help support students ease the financial burden of rising tuition costs with their second annual Tide x Downy x Gain Scholarship Sweepstakes that will provide 150 U.S. college students with individual scholarships of $10,000 towards their education. The Tide x Downy x Gain Scholarship Sweepstakes is open to students nationwide, with applications opening on Tuesday, July 2, at 12:00 AM ET. Winners will be randomly selected, and the $10,000 scholarships will be paid directly to the winning students’ schools.

P&G is aiming to alleviate the financial burden many may have with paying for their education while acting as an integral part of students’ laundry care routine. Following the success of last year’s scholarship program, P&G’s Fabric Care brands are thrilled to continue helping students achieve their academic goals as they acclimate to the college experience, one laundry load at a time. For those tackling laundry for the first time on their own, Tide’s website further offers a ‘how-to’ guidebook full of tips for college students.

Students can enter The Tide x Downy x Gain Scholarship Sweepstakes starting Tuesday, July 2 at 12:00 AM ET at https://www.pggoodeveryday.com/tide-scholarship/. No purchase necessary to enter and entries must be received by Monday, September 30.

For more information on the Sweepstakes and full eligibility, visit the Official Rules at https://tide.com/en-us/scholarship/officialrules.

About Procter & Gamble

P&G serves consumers around the world with one of the strongest portfolios of trusted, quality, leadership brands, including Always®, Ambi Pur®, Ariel®, Bounty®, Charmin®, Crest®, Dawn®, Downy®, Fairy®, Febreze®, Gain®, Gillette®, Head & Shoulders®, Lenor®, Olay®, Oral-B®, Pampers®, Pantene®, SK-II®, Tide®, Vicks®, and Whisper®. The P&G community includes operations in approximately 70 countries worldwide. Please visit https://www.pg.com for the latest news and information about P&G and its brands. For other P&G news, visit us at https://www.pg.com/news.

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18 million college students and families are smart to evaluate the risks of college life.

PHOENIX (June 28, 2024): GradGuard, an authority on helping schools educate and protect students from the risks of college life, recommends that college students and their families evaluate their insurance options on National Insurance Awareness Day and protect themselves from potential financial risks.

According to the College Board, in 2023-24, the average published (sticker) tuition and fees for full-time undergraduate students are: Public four-year in-state tuition is $11,260, and Public four-year out-of-state tuition is $29,150, while Private nonprofit four-year institutions are $41,540.

“The cost of higher education creates financial risks that are often overlooked,” said John Fees, co-founder and CEO of GradGuard, the number one provider of tuition and renters insurance to college students in the nation.  “Given that paying for college is typically the second largest investment families make, it’s important for families to understand how to protect that investment.”

Students can mitigate the financial and academic risks they face by being aware of the potential pitfalls and taking proactive measures to protect themselves.

Tuition Insurance: If a student is forced to withdraw from college due to a serious illness, injury, or accident, they are unlikely to receive a full refund for tuition, housing, or other fees.  GradGuard’s Tuition Insurance can provide reimbursement for these expenses when schools do not, when a covered student withdraws from school for a covered reason such as mono, concussion, mental health condition, the death of a tuition payer, or loss of employment for the tuition payer, depending on the plan during the covered term*.

According to recent American College Health Association data:

• 1 in 4 students reported being affected by depression
• 1 in 3 students reported being affected by anxiety
• 1 in 2 students reported being affected by stress

Renters Insurance: Over 3 million students living in on-campus housing are likely unaware that their college or university is unlikely to replace stolen or damaged personal property.  According to Clery Act Reports, an average of over 24,000 crime and safety incidents have been reported annually on college campuses since 2009.

• 2,411 robberies were reported on average annually
• 1,840 fires were reported on average annually.
• 20,521 burglaries were reported on average annually.

Off-campus residents face similar risks. When schools, housing companies, or landlords can’t be relied upon to replace stolen or damaged property, renters insurance is a smart choice. GradGuard’s College Renters Insurance includes an exclusive student endorsement offering worldwide property coverage, liability protection, a low $100 deductible, and no credit check.

Health Insurance: Many colleges offer health insurance plans, requiring students to purchase coverage or opt out by showing proof of alternative insurance. While college health plans may be suitable for some, families are smart to confirm their current coverage fulfills school requirements and to avoid paying twice for coverage. Under federal law, young adults can remain on a parent’s plan until they turn 26.

Travel Insurance: For those students attending college more than 4 hours away from home or planning to study abroad, an annual travel insurance policy can be smart as it can provide financial protection against trip cancellations, medical emergencies, and even lost luggage that can disrupt an academic term.

Life Insurance: Families are often not prepared to pay for college in the event of a parent’s death or to pay for private student loans in the case of a student’s unexpected death. Life insurance is an important consideration for families and provides the resources essential to cover college costs, including tuition, housing, fees, and private student loans parents may have taken to pay for higher education.

Fees continued, “Take a moment before school begins to evaluate the risks facing your student and family and purchase the protection you may need to ensure you can overcome what might otherwise disrupt the path towards completing college.”

To learn more about GradGuard’s insurance plans, visit www.gradguard.com.

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About GradGuard:

GradGuard is the authority on helping schools educate and protect students from the risks of college life.  As the #1 provider of college tuition and renters insurance, GradGuard’s pioneering protections have served more than 1.7 million students at more than 1,900 unique institutions.

GradGuard’s national technology platform embeds its innovative insurance protections within the enrollment processes of nearly 600 institutions in the United States, helping schools increase college completion and reduce the cost of college by covering preventable financial losses.

Contact:

Natalie Hubertus
Sr. Director, Marketing
602-341-5947
nhubertus@gradguard.com

*Terms, conditions, and exclusions (including for pre-existing conditions) apply. Plans only available to U.S. residents and may not be available in all jurisdictions. Insurance benefits are underwritten by Jefferson Insurance Company. Grad Guard, a service of Next Generation Insurance Group, LLC (NGI), is the licensed agent for all insurance programs. Plans include insurance benefits and assistance services. Non-insurance benefits/services, and claims administration, are provided by AGA Service Company.