Make more informed tuition setting decisions to maximize your institution”™s enrollment. Agenda Throughout the webcast, we will explore a variety of institutional examples that highlight different pricing choices and the decision-making that went into them. Factors to be discussed include: Internal data points: Enrollment, Admissions, and Financial Aid data External data points: Competitive landscape Risks and implications of various pricing models: examples Educating the Board Marketing strategies to communicate new pricing models
As online student enrollment grows, it is critical to ensure that you are creating an engaging support environment. Current models in student affairs are primarily oriented around face-to-face, brick and mortar institutions and interactions. This webinar will give you the information you need to help you create a pathway to transition your most important student services to meet the unconventional needs of online students. Toolkit for Translating Your Services In addition to your webcast registration, you will receive a resource packet to help you as you transition student development services online, including: Articles Institutional examples Case studies
Take steps toward sustainable data governance. Agenda Establishing a Data Governance Foothold at Your Institution Identifying and preparing departmental ”œdata stewards” for an institution-wide data conversation Moving from data stewardship to data governance Strategic direction vs. tactical needs Taking the first steps Sustaining Data Governance Efforts Establishing data definitions Addressing and changing the data culture Managing multiple ERP and auxiliary systems Demonstrated successes and ”œquick wins” – institutional examples
Recognizing students who are in crisis or who are exhibiting mental health concerns is one thing; being comfortable assisting these students with the skills you possess in this area is another. We will explore these skills as well as those needed to properly work with current social justice issues presented in higher ed today. Join Dr. Ann Marie Klotz, Dean of Campus Life at New York Institute of Technology, to learn and practice counseling skills that will help you address a broad spectrum of mental health concerns. Case study scenarios and resources for practice will be shared!
Learn how to overcome flexible learning space challenges of cost, space limitations, and project sustainability with an integrated planning process. During this training, you will hear the latest research and see how integrating freely available tools can support your flexible space design decisions by examining: Key components of an active learning space initiative Data collection, tools, and resources to support your process Ways to address funding, capacity, and cost barriers for sustainable projects
The rising costs of higher education and questions about institutional value have changed the expectations of what admissions and financial aid counseling prospective students and families should receive. This often leaves leaders in admissions asking questions such as: What financial aid information should admissions officers be responsible for? Where and when should the “handoff” between admissions and financial aid occur? How can I better collaborate with my financial aid office to create a more cohesive partnership? To what extent should admissions officers be involved in aid counseling, scholarship awarding, and verification? Join us to learn about two practical and proven partnership models between admissions and financial aid. We will take an in-depth look at each model and discuss next steps for implementation on your campus.
Reimagine and restructure your student affairs operations in light of the new FLSA regulations. Agenda Quick overview of 12/1/16 regulatory changes Two methods (and current examples) for moving positively into the future Restructuring the work Good work rewarded with more work When do we work? Rethinking the work Necessary work Connecting the dots Types of classifications Culture change Application and Review Where do we go from here?
Learn how to assess your current level of customer service on campus. During the program, you will walk through both a physical environment, or “servicescape,” scan and a communications audit. The results of these audits will allow you to evaluate how your office or department’s physical environment and communications are affecting the service you provide. Throughout the webcast, you will also hear a detailed case study from Michigan Technological University. This case study will allow you to see how Michigan Tech successfully implemented a Service Innovation Committee and developed a Customer Service Manifesto to help operationalize a meaningful service culture shift on their campus. “This webcast provided information and tools that could be used easily to improve customer service.” – Pam Johnson, Associate Dean for Institutional Advancement and Community Services, Gadsden State Community College
Analyze your Composite Financial Index (CFI) more meaningfully and use it to engage key stakeholders in a conversation about your institution’s financial health. During this webcast, you will have the opportunity to use sample institutional profiles to apply what you learn and better answer strategic questions, including: How long could you operate with no influx of revenues? Are your reserves strong enough to pay your total debt in case of an emergency? Is the return on your net assets sufficient to ensure your financial sustainability? Are you able to cover operating expenses with recurring revenues?
Learn how you can use career outcomes and first destination data more effectively both internally and externally at your institution. Using the NACE standards, this webinar will help you gather and present data beyond salary and placement information to paint a clearer picture of the work that your career services office is doing on campus. Specifically we will focus on: Using creative methods for collecting first destination data Moving from data to a compelling impact narrative Sharing your story with internal and external stakeholders During the training you will hear a case study from Colorado State University. CSU tells its first destination story in a clear and compelling way which has led to increased resources and visibility for its program.
