I believe that building a relationship with the students throughtout their time in scholl builds trust and keeps them positive and motivated about school
Most important thing to me is staying in contact with my student throughout their experience in school. I feel it help them to stay on track and many of them just call to say hi and let me know how prud they are when they get good grades.
I think that this ties in with having a working knowledge of the people in different departments because if that student has built that rapport with you and has a question or concern you will know how to address this or right away know what direction to point them in.
I respect that fact that as admissions reps, we are encouraged to have an open door policy for students in our office at all times. Students are more than welcome to stop by and talk to our reps - they can ask for advice or just stop by to say hi. :)
Definitely agree! For some of the students, we might be their only "cheerleader" or support system. It is vital they truly understand our belief in their ability to complete their education and start a new career.We do that by always nurturing our relationship and mentoring them as well as we can.
Christopher,
The Admissions Reps at my school are not required to follow a student’s progress thought their program. However, We do have Student Academic Specialist (SAS) that are trained specifically to help student be successful and has all the resources at their fingertips. This seems to decrease the stress level of the reaps. It is also best for the student because the SAS’s only job is to watch over the students and help them when they need it and helps them be successful.
Tanya,
I can diffidently see the benefit for the student by utilizing this technique. I can also see how it can bring more satisfaction to the Rep’s job! Sounds like a great program!
