it is important to carry over the principles of retention to faculty and staff
I think the most important point emphasized in this lesson is that you can attempt to implement whatever kind of improvements/services you want, but if you do not follow through with these initiatives they will not serve the institution in the long run.
Having the right people for each job is the first step in providing exemplary student service. Hire enthusiastic, caring people who have the student's as their main objective. No matter how sophisticated an institution's systems may be, it is the people who make them work.
It is so important to have staff that care for the students to succeed and to reach their career goals. Staff needs to be trained to better provide the services the school needs to implement. There are so many resources that can be used to learn on how to better serve students such as surveys, work shops, exit interviews.
Involving the students in school functions and activities can create a sense of belonging and positivity.
Daycare for children of students seems to be an ongoing issue. It is important to know all issues our students are experiencing.
Student retnetion is a team effort and we need to know our guidlines and how we can assist students when they encounter problems that require our aid. This in turn helps with retention.
