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Ted, I agree! Any opportunity for students to interact with faculty will help to acclimate them to the institution. Susan Backofen

Susan Backofen

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Team Approach in Orientation

Linda, That sounds like a great format! Susan Backofen

Susan Backofen

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Addressing Student Fears

Dee, I love that you have the same rules for yourself...even if you don't need them, making it clear your expectations for them also apply to you is excellent. Susan Backofen

Susan Backofen

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Addressing Student Fears

Linda, Do you have any specific tactics for assisting with the personal issues that arise? Susan Backofen

Susan Backofen

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Addressing Student Fears

Susan, I agree! Be honest and let them know you are 'human', too by communicating your stories. Great job! Susan Backofen

Susan Backofen

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Team Approach in Orientation

Jennifer, Wonderful! I especially like the survey opportunity for them to raise issues early on. Susan Backofen

Susan Backofen

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Addressing Student Fears

Valencia, Excellent! And, you are right. Most people are afraid of math so doing an exercise that breaks the ice is great. Susan Backofen

Susan Backofen

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Addressing Student Fears

Stephanie, Wonderful! Telling them something about yourself and letting them know your background is so important and makes you much more 'real' for them to approach. Susan Backofen

Susan Backofen

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Addressing Student Fears

Jennifer, This sounds like a wonderful program! How do students get to be a part of this? Susan Backofen

Susan Backofen

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Enhancing First Week Activities

Steven, True. I love this program, but am always surprised at how many students are very intimidated. This is an excellent practice run, however, for speaking with management later in their professional careers. Susan Backofen