12 Key Strategies to Improve Student Retention

12 Key Strategies to Improve Student Retention

12 Key Strategies to Improve Student Retention

When considering student retention initiatives, higher education administrators often examine how a student is integrated into the campus community both academically and socially. Accordingly, retention strategies that focus on these two key areas, including academic interventions and a sense of belonging, are critical to a studentโ€™s success. Developing actionable plans to identify students in need and implement supportive programs greatly improves student retention rates by helping struggling students not only to get back on track, but integrate themselves as active, integral members in their campus communities.

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26 Tips for Hosting a Successful & Engaging Virtual Student Orientation

26 Tips for Hosting a Successful & Engaging Virtual Student Orientation

26 Tips for Hosting a Successful & Engaging Virtual Student Orientation

Connect Your Virtual Community! Whether campus life will be in-person, virtual or blended this fall, administrators in charge of welcoming their newest students are charged with a unique challenge in adapting in-person programming and resources into an engaging online format. The stakes are high, too. Welcome Week is typically the first opportunity to build relationships and introduce new students to the culture and traditions of your campus. With this new challenge, though, comes an enormous opportunity to elevate your orientation programming with virtual components that are accessible, engaging and sustainable over the entire onboarding process. With some creativity, innovation and helpful technologies, your virtual orientation can become a truly immersive and enriching experience for your campus community!

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