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

EAB

Blogs Looking to the future of advising: 6 takeaways from the 2023 NACADA conference The academic advising profession faces shrinking budgets, expanding student and administration expectations, and increasing turnover—all of which make it harder for institutions to think strategically about advising structure and staffing to support student success.

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It may be time to rethink the college minor (opinion)

Confessions of a Community College Dean

These colleges and their certification advocates argue that certification not only readily equips students with the real-world skills to transition successfully to their first job post but also addresses many of the equity concerns colleges face by validating the idea that all forms of learning are valued, including forms of skilled labor.

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Supporting Student Success in Higher Education: A Comprehensive Guide

Creatrix Campus

Merely 55 percent of students indicate that they have received guidance on mandatory courses and the proper course sequences necessary for graduation through the advising process. This percentage was only marginally higher, at 57 percent, for students who are graduating this year.

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NACADA 2022 Annual Conference – Meet Your Planning Committee Series – Service Project Co-Chairs

NACADA

Sally is the Director of Student Services at the School of Journalism and Communication at the University of Oregon, and Patricia is an Academic Planning Specialist for the Faculty of Science at Ontario Tech University. Meet Sally Garner from the University of Oregon and Patricia MacMillan from Ontario Tech University. “Hi!

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Advising, Counseling, Mentoring and Teaching Black Males in Secondary and Postsecondary Settings

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

In this chapter, best practices focused on the areas of advising, engagement, instruction, and programing will be discussed. The authors call for a strategic shared responsibility between Academic Affairs and Student Services to promote the educational, civic, and social success of Black males. Chapter 17: Ash, B.

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Why customer service matters for community colleges

EAB

If you haven’t, take a look at your college’s reviews on Google, Niche, or social media—if there is negative feedback, it’s likely related to customer service mishaps like lost paperwork, slow responses, or unanswered questions. ".the Essentially, by spending less time on clerical tasks, students can spend more time on their studies.

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Top Strategies for Improving Student Retention in Higher Education

Creatrix Campus

Peer relationships, participation in campus activities, and accessibility to support services are all factors that can affect social integration. Institutional support: Students need a variety of resources to succeed in college, such as academic advising , tutoring, and mental health services.