Research and Results

Explore results from national surveys, read campus case studies, and view on-demand webinars. Whether you’re looking for research-backed data or real-world examples, this is your hub for Benchworks knowledge and impact.

On-Demand Webinars

Assessment Choices: Moving Beyond the Either/Ors of Assessment Work

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Assessment Quick Tips: Practical Ideas For Student Affairs Professionals

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Assessment Mythbusting: Rethinking Assessment in Student Affairs

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What Storytellers Can Teach Us About Sharing Assessment Data

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More Than a Survey: How Benchworks Makes Data Matter in Student Affairs

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How Benchworks Helps You Find and Tell Your Program’s Story

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Campus Case Studies

Bellarmine University

Learn how Bellarmine used Benchworks data to boost satisfaction by creating informal faculty connections and stronger student support.

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Bluefield State University

Identify how Bluefield used Benchworks data to reshape coursework, remediation, and feedback to better support diverse nursing learners.

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California State University – San Bernardino

Uncover how CSUSB used Benchworks data to strengthen technical skill development, feedback loops, and student support.

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Longwood University

Understand how Longwood used Benchworks data to refine its curriculum and support systems to strengthen core nursing knowledge.

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Niagara University

Explore how Niagara used Benchworks data to transform lectures and interactions through digital tools, personalized support, and simulation.

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University of Houston

Learn how Houston’s Gessner College of Nursing used Benchworks data to meet accreditation standards, track outcomes, and improve student support.

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Lafayette College

Discover how Lafayette used Benchworks data to foster community and belonging through personalized connections and holistic support.

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St. John Fisher University

Explore how St. John Fisher University used Benchworks data to rethink programming and roommate agreements to foster stronger connections.

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University of Akron

Discover how the University of Akron used Benchworks data to strengthen RA training and expand inclusive programming.

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University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa

Discover how UH Mānoa used Benchworks data to reshape RA training and programming to build inclusive, values-driven communities.

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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Learn how Carolina Housing used Benchworks data to modernize amenities, improve services, and enhance community.

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University of Texas at Dallas

Understand how UT Dallas used Benchworks data to improve facilities, maintenance, and communication to better meet resident needs.

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Infographics

Unlock The Power of Benchmarking

Learn why benchmarking matters and how Benchworks helps provide context and turn survey data into actionable insights.

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Overlooked Costs of Doing Your Own Survey

Doing your own survey seems easier, but costs add up. Benchworks gives you expert surveys, ready-to-use reports, and more time back.

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Improving Survey Response Rates

Discover ten proven strategies that help you plan intentionally, support outreach efforts, and strengthen response rates.

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Our Updated Nursing Surveys

Learn about our nursing survey updates and how they capture data aligned with AACN’s updated Essentials.

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Insights from Nursing Graduates

Explore what nursing students say about their preparation, confidence, and program experience as they graduate.

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Daily College Union Visitors

Explore who visits the college union, why they come, and the lasting impact these spaces have on campus life.

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What Students Say About Housing Facilities

Explore how residence hall facilities shape students’ sense of security, comfort, and belonging.

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Housing Student Staff: Building Leaders

Identify the skills housing student staff develop and how these roles prepare them to lead in their communities.

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How Housing Supports Student Learning

Discover how housing programs contribute to student learning and connect to institutional outcomes.

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What Surprised On-Campus Residents

Uncover what students found most unexpected about living on campus and how it shaped their transition.

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Insights from Student Affairs Professionals

Understand the experiences of student affairs professionals and the key factors shaping their decisions to stay or go.

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Research Notes

Nursing Classroom Instruction

Explore how strong classroom teaching shapes nursing students’ academic and clinical preparation.

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New Nursing Survey Learning Outcomes

Learn what the new AACN-aligned survey questions reveal about student preparation and program quality.

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Interactions with Housing Student Staff

Understand how interactions with housing student staff enhance resident learning, support, and community.

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Housing Student Staff Experience

Learn who housing student staff are, what they take away from the role, and how supervisors support their growth.

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Daily Union, Daily Impact

Discover who visits the college union, why they come, and the lasting impact these spaces have on engagement and belonging.

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Student Affairs Student Employees

Identify what student employees gain from their roles, from financial support to leadership and transferable skills.

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What Makes a Campus Home?

Uncover how on-campus housing influences student success, belonging, and the feeling of being supported.

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Housing Programs and Personal Interactions

Explore how post-COVID housing programs and personal connections shape the student experience.

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Housing Programs and Diverse Interactions

Discover how housing programs foster inclusive experiences and support interactions across difference.

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