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U of South Dakota TRIO program offers first-year experience

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Image: The University of South Dakota’s TRIO Student Support Services is like all other federally funded TRIO SSS programs in that it serves low-income, first-generation or disabled students. No In-Article Careers: 3 Is this diversity newsletter?: Newsletter Order: 0 Disable left side advertisement?:

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Merging study center increases use, decreases stigmas

Confessions of a Community College Dean

“By offering [academic coaching] in the study centers, we made it more accessible and less private, which has normalized this support service,” Dornsife says. After checking in at the welcome desk, they can receive direction toward specific resources, if needed, or have a drop-in appointment with a tutor or academic coach.

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Why Public Trust in Higher Ed Is Declining — And What Leaders Can Do About It: Rebuilding Confidence in Higher Education: Addressing Challenges Through Transparency, Affordability, and Workforce Alignment

The Change Leader, Inc.

This article delves into the roots of this crisis, analyzes its implications, and explores actionable strategies for higher education institutions to rebuild public trust and realign with the needs of todays diverse student population.

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Enrollment Strategies for Moving Students through the Funnel

HEMJ (Higher Ed Marketing Journal)

Tactics include career-focused blog articles, informational webinars, and customized emails. Provide informative content. Anticipate your audiences questions by describing how a degree can benefit their life and help them reach their career goals.

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College cancels classes for career, advising expo

Confessions of a Community College Dean

“We wanted our alumni to know that our support services are for life,” Horning says. Magazine treatment: Trending: Display Promo Box: Live Updates: liveupdates0 Most Popular: 6 In-Article Advertisement High: 9 In-Article related stories: 12 In-Article Advertisement Low: 15 Include DNU?:

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How to turn recruitment promises into real results

University Business

For universities, this approach can be as simple as featuring support services prominently in recruitment materials, hosting virtual meet-and-greets with advisors or developing pre-arrival resources that help students connect with their new campus community.

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How to Write an Email to College Admissions Counselors

Great College Advice

Further on in this article we’ll address how to write an email to a college admissions counselor if you find yourself in this situation.