Get specifics for how to plan a student-driven content program for your digital marketing channels that helps you improve enrollment and engage alumni. Tim Nekritz, director of web communication at SUNY Oswego, will delve into the specifics of how to recruit, train, and manage students as they create content that highlights your unique campus environment. […]
Learn how you can develop a program that better engages parents by addressing their specific needs. If executed correctly, an effective program can lead to improved student success, enhance your institution’s reputation, and connect your institutional goals with a highly engaged population. In this webcast, you will learn how to: Expand upon or create a […]
Ensure ADA and Section 504 compliance by incorporating universal design. Agenda Wednesday, June 22, 2016 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. EDT Legal Requirements under the ADA and 504 Cultural impacts and implications of universal design Proactively implementing universal design concepts Promoting inclusivity Remove the burden on students to disclose disabilities Supporting regular and adjunct faculty Quick, […]
Gain insight into how you can create smaller and more targeted career fairs that foster more meaningful connections between students and employers. Our expert presenters will walk you through the process of creating tailored career fairs that improve outcomes for both students and employers. You will leave this webcast with: Key insights on how to […]
Learn how to objectively measure the success of your donor relations program and communicate the ROI with leadership and across your shop. Donor Relations Guru®, Lynne Wester, will show you how to: Create clear benchmarks for donor relations success Track unique opportunities—including donor retention rate Determine the right metrics for your shop “The information provided […]
Learn sound guidelines for managing assistance animals on campus. Agenda Why Are We Talking about Assistance Animals? Case law – Guinea pigs and miniature pinschers named Butch Assistance animals vs. service animals Fair Housing Act vs. Americans with Disabilities Act Assistance Animal Myths Debunked WHAT can you ask about the animal? WHO needs to be […]
Gain strategies to engage and direct at-risk students on a path to success. Agenda Are students “at-risk” or waiting to be engaged? Defining proactive advising Skills for proactive advising Coaching strategies Engaging students in the process Best practices in proactive advising Content Delivery of information in student meetings Timing Critical outreach points Building a communications […]
Improve your online giving conversion rates with targeted changes to your website pages and forms. Agenda Making the Case for a Donor-Centered Giving Page Online giving activity statistics Online giving trends Case study example Elements of a Well-Designed Giving Website Assessing your site: basic metrics Donor-centric Security Pairing options with simplicity Dos and don’ts Stewardship: […]
Ensure that adding programs is a sound decision both academically and financially. Agenda Best practice examples of how to “make the case†10 criteria for demonstrating program rationale Examining resource implications and institutional impact Building a pro forma budget Building a comprehensive review and approval process
Learn about which digital platforms can help your work in advancement and alumni relations. Agenda Leveraging the Latest Digital Tools for: Event management Prospecting and qualifying donors Donor visits Travel management Optimizing Event and Visit Follow-Up Data Security Considerations
Learn 10 easy-to-implement tactics for making your website more international student friendly. Agenda Why the website? Importance of website in the international search process Review of data surrounding web content and prospective international student interest areas Improving Your Site Review of 10 tactics 5 “extra credit†tactics Institutional examples Activity: Scoring Your Website Attendees will […]
Learn how to leverage social media as a strategic asset in advancement. Agenda Key Findings From 2016 Survey Importance of coordinated effort, investing Staffing Paid options Frequency of posting Leadership on social platforms Understanding Posts by Tone & Topic Lessons learned and best practices on tone of posts Examples of success in different tones Celebratory, […]
Does your team fully understand the procedural and legal considerations surrounding gift documentation? Agenda Understanding and capturing donative intent Legal considerations for drafting gift agreements Elements of a legally sound gift agreement What you can and cannot include Involving legal counsel in the gift documentation process Practical considerations for drafting gift agreements Meeting the donor’s […]
Learn how to better measure and track the effectiveness of your marketing and branding efforts over time. During this program, expert instructors from SimpsonScarborough and the University of Virginia will teach you which metrics you should link to specific marketing tactics across digital advertising, web, and social media channels, as well as how to better […]
Ensure that everyone on your campus understands your social media and brand guidelines. Agenda Creating a Culture of Being On-Message Becoming a resource, building relationships Visibility for institution Listening to your channels Review of Essential Elements of Social Media and Branding Guidelines Training Facilitation options Resources Onboarding of new staff/faculty Deployment and Implementation Messaging Planning […]
Gain deeper insight into Snapchat, Periscope, and the ROI of your social media efforts. Agenda “Off the beaten pathâ€: Snapchat & Periscope Promoting accounts Gaining followers/viewers Content selection Interacting with prospective & admitted students Metrics and Measurement Metrics & reporting across platforms Analytics/measurement tools to gauge success Quantifying ROI–institutional case study
Social media tactics for each stage of the enrollment funnel. Agenda Suspects Suspect vs. prospect: why is this stage important? Building brand awareness “Opening the windowâ€: Conveying a sense of culture & community Institutional examples Prospects Engagement with prospective students: How much is too much? Using student workers in social media outreach Institutional examples: Twitter, […]
How one institution achieved an 81% participation rate. Agenda Institutional Context Enrollment and employment Program rationale and mission The Compressed Model Length of campaign Counting and designation principles Focus on participation vs. dollars Choosing chairs and representatives Program Messaging and Marketing Checklists Packet materials Solicitation calendars Thank-you suggestions Obtaining Buy-In Key relationships to develop How to […]
Understand how social can uncover new information to engage high-level donors. Agenda Leveraging social platforms for prospect research Pros and cons of various platforms Identifying what to look for Developing a process for screening prospects uncovered on LinkedIn Incorporating information in donor strategy Building a better partnership with frontline fundraisers Using social media to foster […]
Strategically and systematically grow your online program offerings and increase enrollment. Agenda This webcast will walk you through the eight distinct approaches needed to successfully grow your online programs, including: Strategic Plan and Operations Resource Acquisition and Sharing Faculty Professional Development Program Selection and Blend Formative and Longitudinal Assessment Accreditation and State Authorization Scalable and […]
