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Student survey reveals gaps in core academic advising functions

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Image: Locksley Knibbs, lead academic adviser for students studying the natural sciences at Florida Gulf Coast University, knows that advisers take on different roles to serve the whole student: mentor, advocate, mediator, coach. “We advise you based on the curriculum or the degree that you have declared on your record.

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Understanding Outcome Based Education: Definition, Implementation, and Benefits

Creatrix Campus

Understanding Outcome Based Education: Definition, Implementation, and Benefits editor Mon, 05/29/2023 - 06:35 According to a recent survey by the Association of American Colleges and Universities, 93% of employers believe that a candidate's ability to demonstrate essential outcomes is more important than their degree completion.

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Examples of Excelencia

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Among the services it provides to first-year students are individualized academic advising, tutoring and community-building events. It accepts 50 students per year, who receive a $1,000 financial stipend, priority registration, personalized academic and life coaching, and a Spanish-language orientation for parents.

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Looking to the future of advising: 6 takeaways from the 2023 NACADA conference

EAB

Prepare for the impacts of Gen Z Join our virtual interactive session to learn about the five attributes of Gen Z that makes them different from every generation before them.

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Students outline academic experiences and expectations

Confessions of a Community College Dean

” With more coordination from their institution, students should be aware of class requirements, how to register for courses and matched with an academic mentor or major-specific adviser. In plain English: Jargon in academic advising is a significant barrier for first-generation students, the student fellows share.

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Amarillo hires corporate chaplain to serve faculty and staff

Confessions of a Community College Dean

“​​What some colleges don’t understand is that you have to take care of your staff to the utmost of your ability if you want them to continue to go above and beyond for the students who they’re trying to help navigate the system,” said Melodie Graves, associate director of academic advising at Amarillo.

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Top Retention Strategies for Diverse Modern Learners

HEMJ (Higher Ed Marketing Journal)

How to Attract and Retain a Diverse Student Population The definition of the modern learner has shifted: The nontraditional student is the new traditional student. This is especially true in the online learning environment. The modern student is outcome driven and doesn’t want to take unnecessary classes.