Retaining First-Generation Students: Strategies for the Classroom and Beyond

May 29, 2012 - 1:00 to 2:30 pm EDT & May 31, 2012 - 1:00 to 2:30 pm EDT

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Overview

Nearly 30% of first-time freshmen are classified as first-generation students. How are you addressing this population’s needs?

More than a quarter of first-generation students drop out after their first year college — four times the dropout rate of higher-income second-generation students. First-generation students sometimes require special attention to succeed in college, and research has shown that their parents are often unequipped to provide the necessary support. While much data is available on the demographics of first-generation students, few institutions have implemented comprehensive support programs to improve their retention and graduation rates.

Join us for a two-part webcast series that will focus on proven retention techniques you can apply inside and outside of the classroom. Drawing on the expertise of two practitioners, this series will provide a comprehensive overview of interventions, programs, and practices that lead to first-generation success.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

This webcast is ideal for student affairs and enrollment management professionals responsible for overseeing retention initiatives for first-generation populations, at-risk populations, minority populations, and low-income populations. Academic advisors and deans will also gain valuable strategies for interacting with first-generation students in the classroom. The webcast content is particularly well-suited for institutions with growing first-generation student populations or those with little knowledge of first-gen students’ special needs.

PRE-WEBCAST RECORDING

Included in your registration is a mini-webcast recording that highlights some of the demographic characteristics that are unique to the first-generation student population. It is recommended that you view this recording prior to the live webcast sessions on May 29 & 31.

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Agenda

Session 1: Tuesday, May 29, 2012

Providing Academic Support for First-Generation Students

Pre-webcast recording available to all participants:

Understanding first-generation students
- Defining the first-generation student
- Overview of population demographics
- Challenges and roadblocks for first-generation population

Live agenda:

1:00 – 2:30 p.m. EDT

Strategies for classroom success
- Educating the faculty on first-generation students
- Providing academic support services for first-generation students
- Strategies for understanding and creating learning environments
First-generation student success beyond the first year
- Strategies and programs
Implementing change on your campus
- Step-by-step process from development to execution
- Bringing together your resources
Measuring student success
- Assessment plan and how to utilize your data
Q&A

Learning Outcome
After participating in this session, you will be able to develop effective academic support programs that contribute to first-generation student success.

Session 2: Thursday, May 31, 2012

Co-curricular Activities to Engage First-Generation Students

Pre-webcast recording available to all participants:

Understanding first-generation students
- Defining the first-generation student
- Overview of population demographics
- Challenges and roadblocks for the first-generation population

Live agenda:

1:00 – 2:30 p.m. EDT

Strategies for co-curricular success
- Creating a comprehensive retention program
- Collaborating across campus
- Strategically involving parents and families
- Recognizing student successes
Implementing change on your campus
- Step-by-step process from development to execution
- Bringing together your resources
First-generation student success beyond the first year
- Strategies and programs to aid in student success
- Inclusive community building
Communicating the message
- Marketing and branding your first-gen initiatives
- Communicating with on- and off-campus constituents
Indicators of student success
- Assessment plan and how to utilize your data
Q&A

Learning Outcome
After participating in this session, you will be able to develop effective co-curricular retention programs that contribute to first-generation student success.

Want more information about this event?

Contact Erin E. Swietlik, Conference Director if you'd like additional information about the program agenda.

Instructors

Amy Baldwin

Instructor

Pulaski Technical College

Amy is an instructor of writing, literature, and college success at Pulaski Technical College in North Little Rock, Arkansas. There since 1996, she has served as self-study editor, distance education coordinator, professional development coordinator, and, most recently, co-liaison for the Foundations of Excellence and co-director of the Achieving the Dream initiative, which focuses on retention and success strategies for students at the community college. In addition to her work at Pulaski Technical College, she is the author of three student success textbooks, the first texts on the market to address the needs of community college students: The Community College Experience, The Community College Experience Plus, and The First-Generation College Experience. She has facilitated more than 120 workshops across the US on teaching and learning issues such as plagiarism, distance education, acclimating to college, and active learning.

Cynthia Demetriou

Director of Retention

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Cynthia is the director for retention at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Currently pursuing a Ph.D. in educational psychology, measurement, and evaluation at UNC-Chapel Hill, Cynthia’s research interests include applications of positive psychology in higher education, undergraduate retention, and academic motivation.

Registration

Best Value

Purchase both webcasts and the CD recordings and receive the CDs for half price.

$975.00

Live Webcast Connections + CD Recordings for ALL Sesssions in Retaining First-Generation Students: Strategies for the Classroom and Beyond

Early bird price of $975.00 in effect until May 22, 2012. Save $75.00 off the regular price of $1,050.00

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$650.00

Live Webcast Connections for Both Sesssions of Retaining First-Generation Students: Strategies for the Classroom and Beyond

Early bird price of $650.00 in effect until May 22, 2012. Save $75.00 off the regular price of $725.00

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Live Webcast Connection

With a single site connection you can invite as many people as you like to watch and listen to the webcast from the same computer. You’ll also receive an electronic link to the presentation materials and handouts as well as additional resources referenced during the live event. Following the webcast you’ll receive an email that contains a link to the recorded webcast (link active for 60 days). Additional site connections are also available for $195.

Early bird price of $350.00 in effect until May 22, 2012. Save $75.00 off the regular price of $425.00

$350.00

Session 1: Providing Academic Support for First-Generation Students

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Please provide your information.

State/Province *

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$350.00

Session 2: Co-curricular Activities to Engage First-Generation Students

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CD Recording of Live Webcast

We record the audio and visual portion of all live webcast events and make them available in two forms; as a CD or as an electronic download. CD recordings are mailed with a bound copy of the presentation materials and handouts approximately 10 business days following the live webcast date.

Save 50% when you purchase a recording in conjunction with a live event connection!

$350.00

Session 1: Providing Academic Support for First-Generation Students recording

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$350.00

Session 2: Co-curricular Activities to Engage First-Generation Students recording

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On-Demand Download of Live Webcast (180 day license)

We record the audio and visual portion of all live webcast events and make them available in two forms; as a CD or as an electronic download. On-demand downloads are available through an internet link sent via email approximately 10 business days following the live webcast date (links are active for 180 days).

Save 50% when you purchase an on-demand download in conjunction with a live event connection!

$350.00

Session 1: Providing Academic Support for First-Generation Students on demand

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$350.00

Session 2: Co-curricular Activities to Engage First-Generation Students on demand

Attendee Information

Please provide your information.

State/Province *

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Refunds will be issued only if cancellations are received in writing by March 23, 2012. A $75.00 processing fee will be assessed. After March 23, 2012 a credit (less $75.00 processing fee) will be issued. The credit will be valid for 12 months and can be used toward any future conferences, web conferences, audio proceedings, or web conference archives. In case this event is cancelled, Academic Impressions' liability is limited to a refund of this registration fee only.

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WHO SHOULD ATTEND

PRE-WEBCAST RECORDING

EXPAND YOUR TRAINING LIBRARY

Session 1: Tuesday, May 29, 2012

Providing Academic Support for First-Generation Students

Session 2: Thursday, May 31, 2012

Co-curricular Activities to Engage First-Generation Students

Want more information about this event?

Amy Baldwin

Cynthia Demetriou

Best Value

Live Webcast Connections + CD Recordings for ALL Sesssions in Retaining First-Generation Students: Strategies for the Classroom and Beyond

Live Webcast Connections for Both Sesssions of Retaining First-Generation Students: Strategies for the Classroom and Beyond

Live Webcast Connection

Session 1: Providing Academic Support for First-Generation Students

Session 2: Co-curricular Activities to Engage First-Generation Students

CD Recording of Live Webcast

Session 1: Providing Academic Support for First-Generation Students recording

Session 2: Co-curricular Activities to Engage First-Generation Students recording

On-Demand Download of Live Webcast (180 day license)

Session 1: Providing Academic Support for First-Generation Students on demand

Session 2: Co-curricular Activities to Engage First-Generation Students on demand

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