Nationwide recipients achieved this designation for their demonstrated commitment to digital student wellness, safety, and inclusion in higher education
TAMPA, Fla., Jan. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Today, Vector Solutions, the leading provider of software solutions and data insights that elevate higher education institutions' prevention and compliance strategies, announced the 2024 recipients of its Campus Prevention Network (CPN) Seal of Prevention™. This recognition honors 469 higher education institutions and organizations for their exceptional commitment to fostering a thriving campus community through comprehensive digital programs focused on student safety and well-being.
Rising student mental health challenges and campus safety concerns are top priorities in higher education, and campus leaders are increasingly investing in prevention programming to drive scalable student well-being and success outcomes. The CPN Seal of Prevention™ recognizes the dedication of select institutions leveraging technology-based programs that meet rigorous standards of best practice. Awarded annually since 2020, this accolade represents the top 12% of colleges, universities, and national organizations for their exemplary digital prevention education strategies to address issues like sexual assault, alcohol misuse, mental health, and community building.
Institutions that make an effort to prioritize wellness and safety often achieve significant benefits across the student lifecycle. And with increasing demand for a measurable return on investment in an undergraduate degree, research conducted by Vector Solutions shows that:
- 34% of high school seniors are more likely to attend a college or university with the CPN Seal of Prevention™
- Among current college students, 77% feel it is important that their institution has achieved the Seal
- On average, Seal recipient institutions report a 6% higher first-year retention rate and 7% higher on-time four-year graduation rate compared to schools that did not earn the Seal
"Putting the right resources in place to prioritize student well-being makes a tangible impact on their entire college experience, both inside and outside the classroom," said Rob Buelow, VP and General Manager of Education at Vector Solutions. "The CPN Seal of Prevention allows us to shine a spotlight on schools that are leading the way with their evidence-based prevention programs. This designation highlights the difference these efforts make in the safety and success of their learners, and their institutions."
This year's 2024 recipients of Vector Solutions' CPN Seal of Prevention™ span nearly all 50 states and include a diverse range of institutions, dozens of community and technical colleges, 38 of the top 50 in the U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings, and 10 national fraternities and sororities. Each year, Vector Solutions evaluates over 2,000 institutions against evidence-based prevention principles, developed through two decades of research and practice, to identify those delivering exceptional student experiences. A full list of 2024 Seal recipients is available here.
"Students want to know that they will be safe and supported during their college experience," said Leah Carnahan, M.Ed, Assistant Director for Campus Advocacy, Resources & Education at Texas Christian University. "The CPN Seal of Prevention demonstrates to our community that we are committed to addressing issues like mental health and belonging; values that matter to both students and their families."
Launched in 2020, the CPN Seal of Prevention™ honors higher education institutions and organizations committed to student success through digital prevention programming. Receipt of this accolade highlights these efforts for students and parents, making the CPN Seal of Prevention™ an essential consideration in the college selection process.
To learn more about the CPN Seal of Prevention ™, click here.
ABOUT VECTOR SOLUTIONS for Higher Education
Vector Solutions for Higher Education is the industry leader in post-secondary safety and prevention training, serving more than 2,000 of the nation's most widely recognized and prestigious institutions for more than 20 years. Its programs help drive lasting, large-scale change on the social impact issues that matter most, including alcohol and other drugs; sexual assault and harassment; diversity and inclusion; and mental health. Online prevention programs available through Vector Solutions reach over ten million higher education students, staff, and faculty each year. For more information about Vector Solutions, Higher Education, visit https://www.vectorsolutions.com/he.
ABOUT VECTOR SOLUTIONS
Vector Solutions is the leading provider of impactful technology solutions dedicated to driving safer, smarter, better decision-making in the world's most critical industries. Embedded into daily workflows to drive improvements in compliance, safety, performance, and preparedness, our software includes training management, industry-focused online course libraries, EHS management, workforce scheduling, risk communication, operational readiness, and more. 2025 marks Vector's 25th anniversary, highlighting a legacy of innovation and service. Vector's unique combination of information and technology - delivered when and where it is needed - is integral to our more than 24 thousand clients looking to achieve better outcomes and safeguard lives. Vector is committed to providing resources to support those who need them most and launched a collection of free courses on critical mental health and safety topics through Vector Cares. For more information, visit http://www.vectorsolutions.com. For access to free Vector Cares courses visit https://www.vectorsolutions.com/about-us/vector-cares/.
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