Student Experiences and Wellbeing in an Evolving Higher Education Context

Abstract

In light of major social, economic, and technological shifts occurring globally, today’s university students are grappling with a range of complex challenges that are adversely affecting their university experiences, mental health, and wellbeing. This chapter explores this evolving landscape and highlights many of these issues, such as declining involvement and academic engagement, heightened financial pressures, and a weakening sense of social connections and community. It also examines the rising prevalence of mental health issues among university students and identifies key factors known to influence their experiences and wellbeing, including increasing uncertainty about the value of univ..