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Cheryl, Excellent! I love those letters, etc. that we can use to help students remember why they came back to school. Somehow reading what they, themselves wrote makes a huge difference. Susan Backofen

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Addressing Student Fears

Hilary, This is so important! Do you use a format that allows them to ask questions real-time when you do this? Susan Backofen

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Christopher, It sounds so obvious...but having them stay around after orientation to mix, mingle and answer questions is excellent! I think we forget sometimes those little things that make a huge difference. Susan Backofen

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Enhancing First Week Activities

Mary, Building those online relationships early is important...especially with the faculty and their fellow students. Susan Backofen

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Sharing Student Information

Mary, I think having this information is helpful for faculty to see what the experience, motiviation, obstacles, etc. are for their incoming class. Susan Backofen

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Team Approach in Orientation

Amanda, That's wonderful that career services play such an important role in orientation. I think keeping the 'end goal' in mind (a career) is critical to retention. Susan Backofen

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Jacqueline, How wonderful that you reach out so well the first three weeks! I am sure this makes a huge difference in your retention. Susan Backofen

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William E., Sounds like you have a great program there! I really like the the program directors meet weekly with the students to get a feel for where they are and what assistance them may need. Susan Backofen

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Jacqueline, Sounds like a great atmostphere for learning and tons of support! Susan Backofen

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Jill, Excellent points. Adult students have very different needs, fears and expectations. Susan Backofen