Postsecondary Play: The Role of Games and Social Media in Higher Education

Games and social media can improve college access, attract and support students, and boost rates of completion.

The college application process—which entails multiple forms, essays, test scores, and deadlines—can be intimidating. For students without substantial school and family support, the complexity of this process can become a barrier to access. William G. Tierney, Tracy Fullerton, and their teams at the University of Southern California approach this challenge innovatively. Using the t...