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Addressing Student Fears

LE-- This is really awesome! Excellent process. Susan

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Sharing Student Information

Scott-- And those are important and student services should typically serve as the 'hub' for potential barriers. Some schools in this forum have a weekly/monthly meeting with student services and faculty to identify any particular issues. Does your institution do something like this? Susan

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Team Approach in Orientation

Stephen-- That is great that you specifically take time to explain those support services. You are also correc tin that having administrators actively in the hallways greeting students is important. Susan

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Enhancing First Week Activities

James-- This sounds great! I especially like your plainly teling them that you enjoy what you do. That is important for them to hear and see. Susan

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Addressing Student Fears

James-- Excellent practice for the real world! It is very common to work in teams to resolve issues. Susan

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Addressing Student Fears

Nora-- This sounds like an excellent practice! Having the department chairs go in to classes and spend some time with students and outline the available services is great! Susan

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Enhancing First Week Activities

Darryl-- I like your idea of adding the 'club day'. This showcases opportunities for students to get involved. Susan

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Addressing Student Fears

Darryl-- This sounds like a real team effort! I especially like the current student/alumni involvement. Susan

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Addressing Student Fears

Sean-- This sounds like a great idea. It is probably less intimidating to meet their advisor along with other students. Takes some of the stress away while still providing them with an introduction. Susan

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Enhancing First Week Activities

David-- This is an excellent idea! Susan