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Helping the Transfer Student Succeed


Presenters: John Gardner, Bonita Jacobs, Marc Cutright, Mary Smith, Gregg Williams


Run Time: 44 minutes

 

This course is worth 2 hours (0.2 CEU) of professional development. A certificate of completion can be printed once the program has been completed.

 

About this Course

Many of today’s students are learners accumulating credit hours from multiple institutions. Institutions are increasingly interested in recruiting and retaining these transfer students, but we must first understand their mindset and needs. This program demonstrates award-winning programs and practices  found to improve the educational experience and success of this new breed of the college student.

Topics and programs featured will include:

  •    Translating research trends, and exploring policies & procedures
  •    Strategies which address expectations & influences of baby-boomer parents
  •    The “Successful Transfer Enhancement Program” (STEP) initiative
  •    Texas’ “Mechanical Engineering Transfer Compact” transfer agreement