Are you protecting your institution”™s reputation in the event of a cyber attack? Agenda Electronic Documentation: Federal, State, and Institutional Policy Examination FERPA implications ADA implications Legal implications Types of Electronic Documentation Databases Email Instant messaging Online courses Evaluation of Communications Internal communications Faculty/Staff – student communications Ethical Treatment of Student Records Editing Forwarding Identifying Internally Versus Externally Appropriate Content Final Q&A
Many donors regularly attend campus events associated with athletics, the arts, or other campus traditions. However, due to complicated logistics and limited budgets, donors may not be shown the appreciation they deserve. Don’t miss another opportunity to recognize your donors and deepen their engagement. Join us online to learn how you can demonstrate appreciation for your donors at campus events. Our expert instructor will address the following: How you can leverage existing events as stewardship touches for your donors Logistical and planning considerations to keep your events running smoothly Appropriate follow-up for attendees and non-attendees
According to the 2014 Open Doors Report, the number of international students at US colleges and universities increased by almost 8% from 2013. As colleges become more culturally diverse, it’s imperative for faculty to enhance their understanding of intercultural competence to better serve and retain this important student demographic. However, many faculty struggle to embrace and take advantage of diversity in the classroom. Join us for an online training that outlines intercultural competency essentials that every faculty member can incorporate into their classroom. In this practically focused session, you will learn important cultural considerations that will help you to incorporate all learners in a global classroom.
There continues to be a growing number of international students enrolling at U.S. colleges and universities. As these students prepare to graduate and consider jobs in their home countries or abroad, they need extra support navigating the job-search process. We will discuss trends in working with international students, along with programming and resources to support your international students as they navigate opportunities and barriers within their career development. Join us for this online training to learn more about what different campuses are doing to help students create future opportunities. We’ll discuss examples of successful programs and outreach, and participants will have a chance to share what has worked on their campus.
Enrollment management and finance offices must work more closely together as institutions increasingly become tuition dependent. Finance officers that develop a more nuanced understanding of the enrollment market and how it impacts the student recruitment process are able to collaborate more successfully. However, developing such an understanding can be difficult because enrollment trends are often complex. Join us for a webcast that is designed to provide higher ed finance professionals with a more thorough understanding of the current enrollment market. Our expert instructor will give a data-driven overview of today’s enrollment trends and share how those trends are impacting both student recruitment and the overall enrollment goal-setting process.
Launching accelerated programs comes with a distinct set of challenges for a host of campus stakeholders. Proactively addressing these risks will help provide a high quality experience and help ensure it is a suitable long-term program. Join us for an online training designed to help surface the key challenges that accompany the launch of accelerated degree programs. Our expert faculty will show you proven models for integrating and sustaining accelerated programs. This training will provide insight into: Managing the reorganization of complex degree pathways Avoiding student support breakdowns Effectively preparing faculty to aid in student completion
A recent Inside Higher Ed survey highlights that 97% of provosts believe their institutions effectively prepare students for the workforce. However, AAC&U reports far fewer employers agree. In fact, only 26% of employers give high marks to recent graduates’ ability to think critically. To bridge this gap, institutions must begin integrating an approach that forces students to solve real-world problems through deeper and more critical thinking. Join us online for an in-depth examination of one proven approach: project-based learning courses. We will cover critical issues including: Defining the targeted skill set Finding external community partners Scaling project-based learning experiences Assessing the impact in critical thinking
Have you considered highly tailored marketing campaigns to increase your enrollment? Agenda Trends and Challenges Enrollment patterns and forecasts Cultural barriers related to risk-taking and investing in marketing Reallocation mindset Planning for Enrollment Success Data gathering and analysis Establishing ”˜business as usual”™ baseline Deciding on new, above-and-beyond tactics Developing a new budgeting approach Making the case with leadership Implementation Timing Campaign management Communications to campus and higher-ups Measurement, Monitoring, and Continuous Improvement Reporting on effectiveness and success Strategies for continuous improvement
Do you have a plan in place to respond to any health crisis on campus? Agenda A History of Health Crises at Colorado State Developing a Framework for Your Plan Components of the plan Process considerations Campus-wide integration Communication Efforts Faculty/Staff Campus community Final Q&A
Learn critical steps to ensuring your institution is ready to adopt shared services. Agenda Are You Ready to Adopt Shared Services? Have You: Effectively identified opportunities and established scope? Fully analyzed the risks associated with this shift? Calculated potential savings through workload studies? Keys to Establishing Shared Services Goals for Your Institution Distinguishing shared services from centralized services Building shared services goals – What will success look like? Engaging Stakeholders in the Process Specifying stakeholder hurdles to readiness Engaging key stakeholders in the analysis of options Case study in change readiness Final Questions and Next Steps
