Susan Backofen

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Enhancing First Week Activities

Lori-- Sounds like you really have the students best interest at heart. Good job! Susan

Susan Backofen

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Sharing Student Information

Lori-- This sounds like a great practice. I am sure that both you (the school) and the student have a much better understanding of each other by the time they sit in the classroom. Susan

Susan Backofen

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Addressing Student Fears

Carmen-- It certainly sounds like you do everything possible to help them be successful. Great job! Susan

Susan Backofen

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Addressing Student Fears

Evan-- As a recovering 'mathphobic' I appreciate that you try to make it both educational and enjoyable. Hands-on and practical math exercises help immensely. If they can easily see how they might use it outside of the class, it makes it much more enjoyable. Great job. Susan

Susan Backofen

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Enhancing First Week Activities

Jeff-- That is great to hear. Coordinating this information can make a big difference for students and ensure a smooth hand off. Susan

Susan Backofen

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Sharing Student Information

Bobbi-- Introducting sstudents to their instructors is an excellent practice. I am sure it makes a big difference for your students. It certainly sounds like you do great things to ensure your students are prepared and their barriers addressed. Congratulations! Susan

Susan Backofen

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Addressing Student Fears

Bobbi-- I really like that you have made a point to include traditional on non-traditional students in your ambassador group. Do you have separate orientations? Some schools do that as they can have very different questions, etc. Susan

Susan Backofen

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Team Approach in Orientation

Diane-- It sounds like they are very energetic! Great job on also including alumni. That's a wonderful addition. I also really like showing the graduation ceremonies. Nice touch! Susan

Susan Backofen

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Addressing Student Fears

David-- This is wonderful and it certainly sounds like you use your time with the new students to build rapport and give them needed information. Great job. Susan

Susan Backofen

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Addressing Student Fears

Jeff-- This sounds great! I know it is difficult to get all faculty to attend, but having the people the new students will be interacting with the first session is ideal. Susan