Allowing graduates to be a part of Career Services workshop gives students an insight on whats to come post education. Understanding the hurdles and competition allows them to prepare early for their career and the drive to complete their program becomes greater.

We recently added student organizations this has already proven to be a great step towards retention, student & faculty bonding and individual responibiltiy. The students now take pride in their attendance and grades, and have increased school spirit.

What methods have been used to help ease the transition of student expectations when starting school?

Retention must start from the begining with every staff member on board throughout the student completion. Engaging, encouraging and inspiring them past the graduation. "It takes a village to raise a child", this rings true and loud in the education industry, especially in regards to retention. What do you think?