Susan Backofen

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Marni, I think this is an excellent idea....especially having it as a required first course (prior to beginning the official program). There are a multitude of wonderful opportunities in this format! Susan Backofen

Susan Backofen

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Addressing Student Fears

Daisy, Do any faculty attend the orientation? On the open houses, I love that you provide an example of what will be done in class. Susan Backofen

Susan Backofen

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Enhancing First Week Activities

John, I like the small team approach....three is a good number. Not too large where students can hide and small enough so they can begin building real relationships. Susan Backofen

Susan Backofen

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Addressing Student Fears

John, Sounds like a great format. I really like that you make yourself 'human' so they can relate. Susan Backofen

Susan Backofen

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Addressing Student Fears

Javaid, Excellent! These little things, the mid-mod survey, suggestion box, etc. are excellent ways to encourage feedback and interaction. Susan Backofen

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Team Approach in Orientation

Janet, Do your ambassadors have some good stories to tell about how they overcame issues? I think if they were sure to point out that they were very much like the new students it would help them not be intimidating. Susan Backofen

Susan Backofen

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Enhancing First Week Activities

Jumana, What type of activities do you utilize that you feel are especially effective? Susan Backofen

Susan Backofen

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Addressing Student Fears

QUINTIN, It certainly sounds like you cover all the bases. Susan Backofen

Susan Backofen

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Addressing Student Fears

Jumana, Sounds like you are very retention oriented! Susan Backofen

Susan Backofen

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Sharing Student Information

LeeAnn, This is all very helpful information. Glad to see you are collecting and utilizing the data! Susan Backofen