Tracking student engagement in and out of the classroom (Columbus State University-2023)
Determine observational, emotional, and cognitive engagement in and out of the classroom
Campus Organization
Learning Communities (University College) (Albany State University-2023)
The Learning Communities (LCs) activity provides first-year learning communities where two or more courses are linked thematically with collaborative instruction. The primary approach of the Learning Communities is to organize and leverage student success activities and campus resources while supporting and aligning to the mission of University College and our strategic plan, The Standard. Courses within a first-year learning community will develop co-curricular activities and focus on core areas as well as areas of academic performance, retention, student mindset, and degree progression.
Student Engagement/ Blazer Ready (Valdosta State University-2023)
The Blazer Ready initiative is an effort to connect many of the essential skills identified by employers for a new college graduate hire. The initiative is aligned with National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) guidelines. The program uses certification incentives and scaffold levels of recognition for students
Certification / Training in the areas of:
- Volunteer Services
- Equity and Inclusion
- Leadership
- Career Preparation
- Health and Wellness
Year 1 completion Spring 2023
Signature Experiences (University of North Georgia-2023)
Integration of High Impact Practices and Career Readiness into the curricula and student experiences that create a “Signature” experience for all students.
Pathway+ (University of North Georgia-2023)
Program designed to prepare associate-degree seeking students for transition to a bachelor’s program.
Academic Alerts (University of North Georgia-2023)
Academic alert allows instructors teaching all course modalities to submit a referral if a student is not academically performing at the level they should be in a course. The program is designed to proactively intervene with students struggling academically earlier in the semester. The program functions within a trifecta of support programs at UNG to help students, including, Flight Support and Behavioral Intervention.
Rick Sluder
Richard Sluder serves as Vice Provost for Student Success and Dean of University College. He leads MTSU’s Quest for Student Success, which includes transforming advising by integrating predictive analytics, course redesign and learner support initiatives. As Dean, he oversees work with undecided students, adult degree completion, online learning, summer sessions, and academic outreach to high school students. Dr. Sluder has 22 years prior experience at the University of Central Missouri as Vice Provost, Dean and faculty.
