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Emily Kolby Publishes in Innovative Higher Education

July 25, 2025
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Congratulations to Emily Kolby on the publication of her thought-provoking scholarly article, lIluminating Strategic Transfer Swirl: An Asset-Based Conceptualization of Transfer Pathways, in Innovative Higher Education. Emily’s work offers a fresh perspective on the experiences of transfer students, reframing complex educational pathways through an asset-based lens that highlights student resilience, adaptability, and success. By challenging traditional narratives and proposing innovative approaches to research, advising, and policy, her publication makes a meaningful contribution to higher education scholarship. We celebrate this outstanding achievement and look forward to the continued impact of Emily’s research on students, educators, and institutions alike.