The student success programs in the Career planning collection have identified this promising practice as a program offering that applies to their program.
The First Year Institute Seminar’s goal is to teach students “how to …
The First Year Institute Seminar’s goal is to teach students “how to be a college student.” We examine factors that underlie learning, success, and personal development in higher education. Topics covered include information processing, memory, strategic learning, self-regulation, goal setting, motivation, educational and career planning, and learning styles. Techniques of study such as time management, listening and note taking, text marking, library, 0and research skills, preparing for examinations, and utilizing learning resources are covered. Includes courses in college orientation and developments of students’ academic skills that apply to all disciplines. All first semester freshmen must enroll in the course during their first semester of college. A final grade of C or higher is required, or the student must repeat the course. Our Learning Framework Capstone is meant to prepare students for transfer and or the workforce. This course includes 1) research and theory in the psychology of learning, cognition, and motivation; 2) factors that impact learning; and 3) application of learning strategies. Theoretical models of strategic learning, cognition, and motivation serve as the conceptual basis for the introduction of college-level student academic strategies. Students use assessment instruments (e.g., learning inventories) to help them identify their own strengths and weaknesses as strategic learners. Students are ultimately expected to integrate and apply the learning skills discussed across their own academic programs and become effective and efficient learners. Students developing these skills should be able to draw continually from the theoretical models they have learned. (Cross listed as PSYC 1100). (NOTE: While traditional study skills courses include some of the same learning strategies, e.g., note-taking, reading, test preparation as learning framework courses, the focus of study skills courses is solely or primarily on skill acquisition. Study skills courses, which are not under-girded by scholarly models of the learning process, are not considered college-level and therefore are distinguishable from Learning Framework courses.) Prerequisite: 30 hours of college-level credit.
DELIVERY FORMAT: The program is in-person only.
PROGRAM SCALE: Medium-scale (reaches between 10 and 25 percent of its target population)
DEPARTMENT(S) OVERSEEING PROGRAM: FYIS-Student Central Learning Frameworks- CAO
CONTACT FOR MORE INFO: Krista Wilson at kwilson@fpctx.edu or 806-457-4200
First-time-in-college students enroll a one-hour first year seminar course: UGST 1100: Applications …
First-time-in-college students enroll a one-hour first year seminar course: UGST 1100: Applications of Learning. Students can enroll in special sections for Trailblazer Elite students or in a meta-major block of two other courses identified as relevant for a meta-major the students have identified. Enrollment in the first year seminar allows students a safe place to learn about their new academic environment, build community, explore career options, and skills to help them successfully adjust to college life.
DELIVERY FORMAT: The program is in-person only.
PROGRAM SCALE: Large-scale (reaches more than 25 percent of its intended target population)
HOW TO ENROLL: Participants must apply to enroll in this program
EVALUATION STATUS: Data related to program outcomes are currently being internally collected
DEPARTMENT(S) OVERSEEING PROGRAM: Office of the Provost
CONTACT FOR MORE INFO: Dr. Dawn Remmers at dawn.remmers@untdallas.edu or 972-338-1878
Get to the Finish Line was developed to benefit students that are …
Get to the Finish Line was developed to benefit students that are currently attending or have attended Laredo College within the past two years. Students who were forced to suspend their academic coursework due to financial adversity would be targeted beneficiaries of this program. In order to reach a higher number of participants, we encourage students from any major to be part of our program. While many students have exhausted their financial aid awards due to reaching the maximum allowable hours by federal regulations, other students may not qualify for any type of need-based assistance due to their Expected Family Contribution (EFC), but still be financially unable to cover the cost of their classes. These aspects of the federal financial aid regulations do not allow students to complete their education. The funds made available by this program will facilitate the assistance of a minimum of 120 students for one year. The Laredo College Financial Aid Office as well as the Laredo College Student Success Center will play an integral role in this program’s success.
DELIVERY FORMAT: The program has a hybrid format.
PROGRAM SCALE: Large-scale (reaches more than 25 percent of its intended target population)
APPROXIMATE PARTICIPANTS SERVED IN 2021-22: 46
HOW TO ENROLL: Participants are automatically enrolled in this program if they meet eligibility requirements
EVALUATION STATUS: Data related to program outcomes are currently being internally and externally collected
DEPARTMENT(S) OVERSEEING PROGRAM: Laredo College Economic Development Center, Laredo College Financial Aid Center, Laredo College Advising & Career Transfer Center, and Laredo College Tutoring Center
CONTACT FOR MORE INFO: Salvador Sciaraffa III at salvador.sciaraffa@laredo.edu or 956-764-5994
Our award winning global programs provide students with access to affordable education …
Our award winning global programs provide students with access to affordable education abroad opportunities in Cape Town, SA; Beijing, China; Mexico City, Mexico; and Dubai and Abu Dhabi, UAE. Over 80% of our students identify as Black (55%) and Latino (25%), thus creating an opportunity to engage international learning with other students of color in some of the most rapidly changing cities in the world.
DELIVERY FORMAT: The program has a hybrid format.
PROGRAM SCALE: Medium-scale (reaches between 10 and 25 percent of its target population)
APPROXIMATE PARTICIPANTS SERVED IN 2021-22: 600
HOW TO ENROLL: Participants must apply to enroll in this program
WEBSITE TO APPLY: https://diversity.utexas.edu/globalleadership/
EVALUATION STATUS: Data related to program outcomes have been internally collected in the past
DEPARTMENT(S) OVERSEEING PROGRAM: The Division of Diversity and Community Engagement
CONTACT FOR MORE INFO: Devin Walker at devinwalker@austin.utexas.edu
Our mission is to be a convener and a catalyst actively supporting …
Our mission is to be a convener and a catalyst actively supporting Hispanic Serving Institution students and alumni who strive to launch their careers and achieve a greater impact on the world. To do this, the HSI Career Collaborative informs and connects three critical audiences: talent, HSIs, and employers. The goal of the HSI Career Collaborative is to raise the recruiting profile of HSIs to companies across the country.In raising the recruitment profile, we also increase relationship capacity with companies that may offer internship and other experiential learning opportunities.
DELIVERY FORMAT: The program has a hybrid format.
PROGRAM SCALE: Medium-scale (reaches between 10 and 25 percent of its target population)
APPROXIMATE PARTICIPANTS SERVED IN 2021-22: 2680 students across all participating HSIs in 2021-22
HOW TO ENROLL: Participants must apply to enroll in this program
WEBSITE TO APPLY: https://hsicareer.org
EVALUATION STATUS: Data related to program outcomes have been internally and externally collected in the past
DEPARTMENT(S) OVERSEEING PROGRAM: University of Texas at San Antonio, Career-Engaged Learning
CONTACT FOR MORE INFO: Mario Vela at mario.vela@utsa.edu or 210.458.6846
HSI L.E.A.D.S. Program is designed to provide support and encouragement for Hispanic …
HSI L.E.A.D.S. Program is designed to provide support and encouragement for Hispanic and low-income students at Temple College (Temple) to pursue high-paying, high-demand, STEM careers in the central Texas region. The Program, funded by the U.S. Department of Education Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSI)- Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and Articulation Programs, proposed to increase the number of Hispanic and other low-income students attaining STEM degrees and credentials using a two-pronged approach to create a culture of STEM that:
1. Starts students in Grades K-12 with STEM coursework and providing supports until degree completion at Temple and/or transfer to another degree-granting institution.
2. Creates a STEM workplace culture through enhanced hands-on STEM activities, increased professional development for Temple faculty, and STEM employer engagement.
Click on the “Learn More for Details” button on our webpage to visit our Google Site for additional information.
DELIVERY FORMAT: The program is in-person only.
PROGRAM SCALE: Medium-scale (reaches between 10 and 25 percent of its target population)
Hand In Hand Support Program is a student success program designed to …
Hand In Hand Support Program is a student success program designed to promote retention, persistence, academic performance, and holistic well-being for students who have experienced foster care and other out-of-home experiences by providing a continuous system of support and resources. The program is administered by a Senior Manager and 7 Program Advocates, who work with a network of internal and external champions to address students' complicated needs for financial security, academic coaching, and emotional support for students aging out of foster care. Participating scholars receive professional guidance, educational support, and mentoring to ensure their retention from connection to completion.
DELIVERY FORMAT: The program has a hybrid format.
PROGRAM SCALE: Small-scale (reaches fewer than 10 percent of its target population)
APPROXIMATE PARTICIPANTS SERVED IN 2021-22: 511
HOW TO ENROLL: Participants are automatically enrolled in this program if they meet eligibility requirements
EVALUATION STATUS: Data related to program outcomes have been internally collected in the past
DEPARTMENT(S) OVERSEEING PROGRAM: Dallas College
CONTACT FOR MORE INFO: Dina Sosa-Hegarty, Ed.D. at dsosa@dcccd.edu or 972-378-6398
The SMU Hegi Career Leaders (HCL) program, established in 2018, is a …
The SMU Hegi Career Leaders (HCL) program, established in 2018, is a 4-year advanced professional development program, which provides selected students with access to specialized career counseling sessions, in which they set and track career goals, and attend targeted professional development and employer events.
The program is open to applicants of all years and majors at SMU, and is hosted by the Hegi Family Career Development Center, which places a priority on offering students support to invest in their career development for success after graduation.
Each semester HCL students will be asked to attend career counseling sessions, events, and meetings over the course of the semester to maintain their status as a Hegi Career Leader!
DELIVERY FORMAT: The program has a hybrid format or has both online and in-person components.
PROGRAM SCALE: Small-scale (reaches fewer than 10 percent of its target population)
DEPARTMENT(S) OVERSEEING PROGRAM: SMU Hegi Family Career Development Center
CONTACT FOR MORE INFO: Dr. Crystal Clayton at cclayton@smu.edu or 214-768-2266
The center is an innovative academic community consisting of professors, administrators, graduate, …
The center is an innovative academic community consisting of professors, administrators, graduate, and undergraduate students committed to contributing to your academic success and acclimation to the University of Texas at Austin. As a part of this program, you will have access to an interconnected array of programs and services. Sweatt Center students are able to combine the best features of the university (world-class faculty, first-rate research facilities, competitive athletics) with the kind of small community that you would find at highly-competitive private colleges and HBCU’s. Students within the Sweatt Center are able to take advantage of the following: -weekly empowerment meetings (“Power Hours”) with FREE FOOD -Collegiate Black Male Retreat -study abroad opportunities in Dubai/Abu Dhabi, Ghana, and South Africa -paid summer internships with Sweatt Center partners -free academic tutoring in popular courses; Wall Street exposure trip -AMP’d Mentorship Program -College For A Day event -academic advising, resumes, mock interview, and career counseling -Black Male Education Research Collection -Black Student-Athlete Summit
DELIVERY FORMAT: The program is in-person only.
PROGRAM SCALE: Medium-scale (reaches between 10 and 25 percent of its target population)
HOW TO ENROLL: All stakeholders have access to this program. As such, there is no enrollment process
EVALUATION STATUS: Data related to program outcomes have been internally collected in the past
DEPARTMENT(S) OVERSEEING PROGRAM: The Division of Diversity and Community Engagement
CONTACT FOR MORE INFO: Devin Walker at devinwalker@austin.utexas.edu or 323-309-2432
The Honors Program at the University of Texas at Tyler provides specialized …
The Honors Program at the University of Texas at Tyler provides specialized content and programming for high achieving and intellectually curious students at our university. Academically, the program emphasizes small, unique courses with engaged faculty and rigorous undergraduate research. The Honors Program is made up of a diverse, motivated community of students that reflect the population and people of the East Texas region. We seek out and encourage intellectual curiosity, academic opportunity, and community engagement.
DELIVERY FORMAT: The program is in-person only.
APPROXIMATE PARTICIPANTS SERVED IN 2021-22: 160
HOW TO ENROLL: Participants must apply to enroll in this program
WEBSITE TO APPLY: https://www.uttyler.edu/honors/apply/
EVALUATION STATUS: Data related to program outcomes are currently being internally collected
The Integrated Education and Training (IET)- Contextualized Learning allows students seeking a …
The Integrated Education and Training (IET)- Contextualized Learning allows students seeking a high school equivalency credential or English language attainment the opportunity to participate and complete a credential of value that could ultimately lead to a career advancement and/or 'stackable' higher education degrees. The IET skills training leads to a high wage, high demand occupation and runs simultaneously with the GED and ESL program, additionally including a course that is focused on the reading, writing, verbal, and/or math skills needed to achieve and exceed in the training and career field. The IET program allows a student to accelerate the transition between an academic readiness program into workforce preparation training, which ultimately leads to credential completion and employment. The IET program provides tuition and supplies for those that qualify to help Adult Education students transition to a workforce Credential of Value while providing additional academic support to ensure student success.
DELIVERY FORMAT: The program has a hybrid format.
PROGRAM SCALE: Large-scale (reaches more than 25 percent of its intended target population)
APPROXIMATE PARTICIPANTS SERVED IN 2021-22: 5
HOW TO ENROLL: Participants must apply to enroll in this program
EVALUATION STATUS: No data related to outcomes have been collected from this program
DEPARTMENT(S) OVERSEEING PROGRAM: Adult Education and Literacy
CONTACT FOR MORE INFO: Dr. Tiffani Price at tprice@odessa.edu or 4323556891
The International Leadership Program (ILP) is designed for students looking to enhance …
The International Leadership Program (ILP) is designed for students looking to enhance their leadership, communication, and teamwork skills. The program provides opportunities for professional development while serving the global SMU community. This program is open to ALL globally-minded SMU students - domestic, international, graduate, and undergraduate. SMU's International Student & Scholar Services office (ISSS) is home to the International Leadership Program. It is the goal of the ISSS office for international students to have meaningful experiences at SMU and to help them navigate and take advantage of the resources offered to students. Leaders are always ready to offer advice about living in the U.S., answer any questions about resources off/on-campus, and serve as a welcoming guide to new students. International Leaders enhance their leadership skills through regular leadership trainings, leading projects of their own design that enhance the international student experience, and providing support for in-person and virtual programs hosted by the International Student and Scholar Services Office. Participants are challenged to think critically about gaps in the support of global students and use this analysis to strategize programs or resources to address them. In doing so alongside their cohort peers, leaders develop the skills necessary to effectively work with those of different educational, linguistic, and cultural backgrounds.
DELIVERY FORMAT: The program has a hybrid format or has both online and in-person components.
PROGRAM SCALE: Small-scale (reaches fewer than 10 percent of its target population)
DEPARTMENT(S) OVERSEEING PROGRAM: International Student & Scholar Services
CONTACT FOR MORE INFO: Kelly Garcia at isss@smu.edu or 2147684475
Faculty are often the first people who know that students are having …
Faculty are often the first people who know that students are having problems in (or out) of your classes that may affect their success or retention. Faculty and staff are asked to report students who are having academic, personal, financial or other concerns (excessive absences, disability services, homelessness) using an online form. The retention team will begin contacting these students within 24 or 48 hours of completing the report. The team includes Academic Advising, Disability Services, Dual Credit and Title V representatives.
DELIVERY FORMAT: The program has a hybrid format.
PROGRAM SCALE: Small-scale (reaches fewer than 10 percent of its target population)
APPROXIMATE PARTICIPANTS SERVED IN 2021-22: 60
HOW TO ENROLL: All stakeholders have access to this program. As such, there is no enrollment process
EVALUATION STATUS: Data related to program outcomes are currently being internally collected
The KEY Center is a TRIO Student Support Services program available to …
The KEY Center is a TRIO Student Support Services program available to 165 income-eligible, first generation or disabled students. The goal of the program is to assist students as they navigate the college experience by providing them an academically-supportive and enriching environment. Supports include intensive career and academic advising, transfer assistance, individualized tutoring, financial aid assistance, financial literacy, scholarships and more.
DELIVERY FORMAT: The program has a hybrid format.
PROGRAM SCALE: Large-scale (reaches more than 25 percent of its intended target population)
APPROXIMATE PARTICIPANTS SERVED IN 2021-22: 165
HOW TO ENROLL: Participants must apply to enroll in this program
WEBSITE TO APPLY: https://victoriacollege.edu/Explore/Students/KeyCenter
EVALUATION STATUS: Data related to program outcomes are currently being internally and externally collected
The LEADS Program: Learn, Experience, Achieve Defined Success, is a multi-faceted first …
The LEADS Program: Learn, Experience, Achieve Defined Success, is a multi-faceted first year experience (FYE) program that is designed to create a foundation and culture of learning and engagement for students at Howard College. The program is implemented through the fall and spring semesters of each academic year. The program focuses on 1) acquisition and enhancement of academic skills, 2) career exploration and plan development, and 3) peer, campus, and community engagement. LEADS incorporates a mandatory zero week orientation as well as a student success course which meets graduation requirements for the college. Career clusters are created in alliance with the college's Pathways for Success model and have no more than 15 students in each group. Students participate in career clusters with their peers with similar career interests.
The program is designed as a holistic first year experience that will engage students in their college campus, their communities, and their academic experiences. It fosters student commitment to learning and to actively participating in their academic and career planning so that their experiences have meaning and purpose as they move through the educational journey. Each student will work both individually as well as in group settings in all segments of the program.
DELIVERY FORMAT: The program has a hybrid format.
PROGRAM SCALE: Large-scale (reaches more than 25 percent of its intended target population)
APPROXIMATE PARTICIPANTS SERVED IN 2021-22: 454
HOW TO ENROLL: Students enrolled during registration process and discussion with advisor
EVALUATION STATUS: Data related to program outcomes are currently being internally collected
DEPARTMENT(S) OVERSEEING PROGRAM: Office of Student Affairs - Student Success
CONTACT FOR MORE INFO: Cindy Smith at csmith@howardcollege.edu or 432-264-5034
The focus of the project at Lamar State College Orange (LSCO) is …
The focus of the project at Lamar State College Orange (LSCO) is to plan for the creation and expansion of support for students outside of the classroom. Our campus is working to remove barriers for our students and allow them to focus on their course work. Areas of focus include creation of on campus solutions for health care and mental health, academic support programs, peer tutoring and supplemental instruction programming models, expansion of career services and related services, student academic and behavioral alert system, creation of the on-campus food pantry, providing programs to assist first generation student population, and TSI (Texas Success Initiative) prep courses for current and prospective students within in local independent school districts.
DELIVERY FORMAT: The program has a hybrid format.
PROGRAM SCALE: Medium-scale (reaches between 10 and 25 percent of its target population)
Lamar University will be working to assist first time in college students …
Lamar University will be working to assist first time in college students (FTIC) help persist and be retained in their first two years of their academic year.
DELIVERY FORMAT: The program is in-person only.
PROGRAM SCALE: Large-scale (reaches more than 25 percent of its intended target population)
DEPARTMENT(S) OVERSEEING PROGRAM: Office of Retention and Student Success
CONTACT FOR MORE INFO: Victor Davila at vdavila2@lamar.edu or 4098808439
Initially funded by a Title V grant for Hispanic-Serving Institutions from the …
Initially funded by a Title V grant for Hispanic-Serving Institutions from the US Department of Education, CASA is Connecting students to the campus community, Acclimating them to the rigors of academic life, helping them Succeed academically, and preparing them to Achieve and compete in college and beyond. The program guides students through the four CASA phases through three initiatives. Information Technology Enhanced Multidisciplinary Academic Learning Lounges (iMALLS) and the Center for Academic Advising and Transition (CAST) are designed to connect students to resources and opportunities to improve academic preparedness while Meaningfully Aligned Targeted Curriculum for Hispanic Students (MATCH) ensures students are receiving best-fit instruction based on proven methods. These three initiatives encompass twelve activities to engage students in research-based programs that facilitate in students a sense of belonging, influence, competence and efficacy. MATCH activities have assisted in increasing the number of students graduating with a degree or certificate within three years from a baseline of 14% to 26%. Hispanic completion was 25%. CAST tutoring and advising activities assisted in increasing the three-year transfer rate of students from a baseline of 6% to 12%. Hispanic transfer was 11%. iMALL activities have assisted in increasing the fall-to-fall persistence of FTIC fulltime students by 7% over the 2014 baseline of 50%. Hispanic student persistence was 61%.
DELIVERY FORMAT: The program has a hybrid format.
PROGRAM SCALE: Large-scale (reaches more than 25 percent of its intended target population)
APPROXIMATE PARTICIPANTS SERVED IN 2021-22: 2,400 as of May 2022
HOW TO ENROLL: All stakeholders have access to most of the activities in this program with the exception of Puente (MI Casa) and the English/Spanish Interpreter Program.
EVALUATION STATUS: Data related to program outcomes are currently being internally collected
DEPARTMENT(S) OVERSEEING PROGRAM: Lone Star College-North Harris Office of Academic Affairs
CONTACT FOR MORE INFO: Anne Albarelli at Anne.T.Albarelli@lonestar.edu or 281-618-5784
The Male Achievement Program is a student success program designed to promote …
The Male Achievement Program is a student success program designed to promote retention, persistence, academic performance and holistic wellbeing for Black, Indigenous, Latino/x, and men of color. The program is designed to address the needs of men of color by encouraging participants to exceed personally, professionally, and academically. The primary goal is to enable more men of color to successfully complete their education without interruption by providing support services, mentoring, and co-curricular activities.
DELIVERY FORMAT: The program has a hybrid format.
PROGRAM SCALE: Small-scale (reaches fewer than 10 percent of its target population)
APPROXIMATE PARTICIPANTS SERVED IN 2021-22: 256
HOW TO ENROLL: Participants are automatically enrolled in this program if they meet eligibility requirements
EVALUATION STATUS: Data related to program outcomes have been internally and externally collected in the past
DEPARTMENT(S) OVERSEEING PROGRAM: Dallas College
CONTACT FOR MORE INFO: Dina M. Sosa-Hegarty, Ed.D. at dsosa@dcccd.edu or 972-238-6398
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