Catching students before they fall

By dene.mullen, 15 December, 2022
Tips and advice on facing up to student attrition in higher education
Catching students before they fall
Tips and advice on facing up to student attrition in higher education
Catching students before they fall

When students’ crucial first semesters are almost over, there will be some who have found the transition to student life and new surroundings difficult, others whose personal circumstances are providing barriers to remaining in full-time education and many more who find themselves struggling to keep up academically. So, what can universities do to keep their students onboard and engaged at this crucial time of year? This collection of resources offers help and advice on making sure new students feel welcome on campus, spotting when someone is struggling early and which supports to offer, understanding the key drivers behind students dropping out of university and much more.

Welcoming students
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By Eliza.Compton, 9 November, 2022
A hybrid orientation programme can be immersive, flexible, interactive, engaging and fun. These tips offer a path to developing a blended online and on-campus programme that makes students feel they belong
Reading time
4minutes
By miranda.prynne, 4 February, 2021
Working remotely with no face-to-face contact is a challenge for many students. May Lim and Li Siong Lim explain how educators can use technology to identify and help struggling students before they fall behind
Building resilience
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By Eliza.Compton, 8 December, 2022
Student support, particularly for care-leavers or estranged students, is vital throughout their university journey – from pre-application to beyond graduation. Here, Fran Hornsby and Rebecca Clark offer tips for demonstrating genuine care as you do it
Reading time
4minutes
Supporting non-traditional students
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Admissions
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By Miranda Prynne, 6 October, 2022
As a first-generation college student, Aimee Huffstetler knows how daunting the application process can be. Now working in enrolment, she shares advice on what higher education administrators can do to ensure more equitable and accessible admissions
Reading time
3minutes