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Abstract
This article provides an analytical discussion on the significance of faculty-student relationships within university environments, emphasizing their role in enhancing students' academic achievement and personal growth. Particular attention is devoted to concepts of psychological safety, interpersonal trust, and effective communication, which constitute critical conditions for fostering supportive and inclusive educational contexts. Additionally, the article addresses key impediments to establishing trustful faculty-student interactions, including hierarchical power dynamics and intercultural communication barriers, and recommends evidence-based strategies for overcoming these challenges. Conclusively, the article advocates for cultivating empathy, mutual respect, and open dialogue as fundamental practices essential to promoting student engagement, academic performance, and psychological well-being.
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