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Lisa, :) Food is always a great community event and I think helps to build relationships in a way that is very different than what typically goes on in class. Susan Backofen

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Team Approach in Orientation

eddy, I really like having a graduate attend orientation to speak about their experience and success. It makes a huge difference. Susan Backofen

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Addressing Student Fears

eddy, Excellent! Keeping them focused on the 'end goal' is important and reinforces their decision. Susan Backofen

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Addressing Student Fears

Michele, this sounds like a wonderful agenda~! Do students really visit career and student services daily? Susan Backofen

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Addressing Student Fears

Lisa, I really like your format of having students come and speak to the new students about what to expect and tips for success! Susan Backofen

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Addressing Student Fears

Mary, Excellent! It is great that you take the time necessary to do this. Susan Backofen

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Enhancing First Week Activities

Damien, That's a great idea! And then these can be used as great retention tools (reminders) as students become weary on the way to graduation. Susan Backofen

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Addressing Student Fears

Sheila, I agree with the current students speaking to the incoming class...there is nothing better than a testimonial! Susan Backofen

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Sharing Student Information

Lynda , Great! The DiSC is an excellent tool and the more familiar students are with themselves and understand how/why others behave differently is a wonderful advantage in life. Susan Backofen

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Sharing Student Information

James, I agree. These are great questions that can really help the students stay on track to achieving their educational goals. Sharing this information with faculty and advisors would be very beneficial. Susan Backofen