Retention is the by product of doing the right thing in the right way for students. It's an important initiative for everyone on campus because many students who are not retained, could have been retained with the correct efforts and outreach.
What stood out to me was retention is the student experience from the first interaction with the school to the last. Every person who interacts with the student, has an impact on the student's decision to continue with the program or to leave.
I liked the statement of retention being a by-product of doing things the right way: having the right people in the right place at the right time. Since attrition is something that can be predicted and prevented (according to the ACT facts), we can identify who the right people are to interact with the students, and when it would be most valuable.
im willing to help with students attendance the best I can.
Comment on Daniela Guerra's post: I agree it all is up to the student
To administrator improved retention means more tuition dollars to spend for salaries, operating expenses, capital equipment, and a better bottom line. To the student services department, it means increased and improved support services while trying to develop student loyalty to the institution. To admissions, it means recruiting students who are well suited to the institution and who have a high probability of succeeding while also meeting the start goal. improved retention starts with student expectations and student satisfaction.
I appreciated the fact vs. myth breakdown.
Retention is the responsibility of everyone.
Retention is the responsibility of everyone at any Institution. It must be a part of the culture to strive for student success and instilled into each member of the institution. "Retention is the by-product of doing the right things the right way, of having the right people in the right place at the right time"
The 3 facts from ACT stood out for me, especially the statement that attrition can be predicted and prevented. In my classes, there is a pattern of the time in the semester when some students seem to give up. Something that I can do is to be more mindful of this period and help students find resources that can assist them.
Retention and attrition for every institution is determined by the culture, commitment and accountability of all departments and personnel within the institution as a whole. As an employee of any school, that person is accountable for allowing and promoting a healthy learning environment.
Retention is not just about keeping students enrolled, it is about engaging them, supporting their goals, and creating a consistent, positive experience that reinforces their decision to stay.
In listening to the Retention Basics, it's no surprise that retention is everyones responsibility. When a student(s) decides to remove themselves from a learning institution, it is because of one or more of the following:
- The student wasn't clearly informed of what their role means as a "student."
- The student wasn't clear with knowing the difference between a job and/or a career choice.
- The student wasn't given"high-quality service or special attention.
- Department personnel (student services/financial aid/career services/admissions) wasn't part of the welcoming point which helps "seal the deal."
- Importance of sharing student expectations at New Student Orientation.
As a result, I plan to change the dynamics of retention at my institution.
- I would like to see our incoming students become more aware of what their career goals are and what it will take to be successful. Gone are the days of just simply enrolling for the sake of numbers.
- I plan to partner with all department heads and/or program directors to help set the expectation of our mission to student success.
- Many times, depart heads or leaders tend to get locked into their daily routines and forget that we have students that have 1). been out of school for a length of time. 2). returning to school with fear. 3). fear of "I can't do this! 4). Excuses! Excuses! Excuses! 5). Commitment to their studies. 6). lack of support system(s) 7). fear of not completing their career choice; Hince of not attending commencement.
WE CAN DO THIS!!! #TeamSuccessWeWin!
Retention is everyone's responsibility. Even the professor who could care less about the "advisors" role on a campus.
I learned that student retention is everyone's responsibility and that it has academic, administrative, and financial implications. I also realized that there are many myths surrounding retention, often blaming external factors. However, it is essential to properly prioritize and understand the target student segment to ensure they are able to complete their studies.
Establishing a school-wide culture of retention support and responsibility is generally more effective that asking one person (admissions representatives) or group (faculty) to serve and monitor. Having an "all hands on deck" approach gives students a wrap-around effect of support and guidance and gives students multiple avenues of seeking the kind of help they want or need to avoid withdrawal.
Retention is the responsibility of everyone at any Institution. It must be a part of the culture; student success must be a meaningful part of each staff member's. "Retention is the by-product of doing the right things the right way, of having the right people in the right place at the right time"
I believe that timely identification of 'at-risk students' and providing them with academic advising, tutoring, or wellness checks, can significantly improve retention outcomes.
The school's marketing ultimately sets the student's expectations, wow!
Retention is the responsibility of the whole campus. Separating Fact and Myth to retain students
