A ‘Life Skills Ecosystem’ for College Students in the Age of AI
High Point University President Nido Qubein shared insights on the university's 'Life Skills Ecosystem' for college students, emphasizing the importance of life skills in the age of AI. The university has seen 99% of its graduates get a job, go to graduate school, or start a business within 180 days of graduation.
High Point University aims to maintain a mid-major size with 7,000 students, currently having 6,600. The university focuses on small classes with full-time faculty. High Point's 'Life Skills Ecosystem' includes unique facilities like a cross-section of an airplane and fine-dining restaurants to teach students life skills such as communication, leadership, and etiquette. The university's approach has led to 99% of its graduates getting a job, going to graduate school, or starting a business within 180 days of graduation, compared to the national average of around 82%. The university's president, Nido Qubein, believes that the pandemic highlighted the importance of life skills for students. High Point University has created a system to help its graduates achieve their full potential in life, with employers clamoring to hire its graduates.
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