Having students acknowledge what they will not accomplish is a great idea. Hopefully, it eliminates some confusion early on, but perhaps more importantly it sends a strong message to faculty.
The recruiters at our school have been brought in line, as to the "promises" they convey to the students, as this has been a problem in the past.I suspect that the potential student can get overwhelmed with all the information required to start at a college, coupled with the fact that it is human nature to hear what you want ot hear. It takes a great deal of effort to train yourself to listen well! A written outline is a great idea coupled with a signature line at the bottom of the document.I believe our institution actually lists some things which they will NOT accomplish as well to alleviate unrealistic expectations.
That may be the answer Andre. It's hard to over-deliver if the over-promising has gone too far.
It would appear that asking some people questions would be next. I would never assume that the admissions reps were telling them the things I've heard from some of the the students, but it would be nice to know the origin of them.
... and best written by the faculty?
Wow I'm not sure I could say it any better myself Rob. I don't know what the answer is, but perhaps a brief written outline of the schools promises or intentions with a few important, relevant % #'s would keep the recruiters from overpromising. If it was mandatory to give out during recruiting. It must be brief and clear, no lawyer talk.
You ask some very important questions, Robert, and if your admissions department is selling astronauts and personal spacecraft that's something that has to be addressed. It would seem that several simple questions with the right people involved will get the answers you need.
What's your next step?
