| Presentation Proposal - NACADA Annual Conference |
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Code=323
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Conference Year:
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2018
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Session #:
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198(LEC)
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Title:
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Bridging the Gap: How Advisors Support Students Who Do Not Attend Orientation |
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Lead Presenter:
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Maureen Bell-Werner |
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Date:
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October 02, 2018 Time: 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm |
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Room:
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N 225 A/B |
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Abstract:
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According to Tinto (1993), the purpose of freshmen orientation is 'bridging the gap to college' (p. 159). A good orientation program provides necessary information, sets expectations for success, and builds institutional connection (Soria, Lingren Clark, & Coffin Koch, 2013). What about students who do not attend orientation? This presentation discusses how first-year students who do not attend orientation or attend a shortened orientation compare in high school preparation and collegiate academic success with orientation attendees. Further, this presentation explores why first-year students do not attend orientation and changes made to a shortened orientation to better support student success. Audience participation is essential to explore how academic advisors can encourage and empower this at risk population to impact retention and student success. |
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Handouts
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Note: Handouts (if offered for this session) are accessible via the conference app. |
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