34th Annual

Keynote

Embracing Opportunity and Navigating Change: Attracting the Next Generation of Students by Analyzing the Enrollment Cliff, Preparing for the Demographic Shift, and Cultivating a Culture of Belonging.

The keynote will address the ever-changing landscape of higher education and varying state priorities that are demanding colleges and universities re-examine DEI efforts and prioritize strategies to cultivate a sense of belonging for student-centered outcomes. This keynote will set the stage with the current landscape, outline DEI efforts that are taking place on campuses (or that could take place), and define a 'sense of belonging' and its importance to student satisfaction, success and retention.

Speakers:
Allana Forté

We will examine the necessary steps to build a comprehensive retention program from name purchase through graduation.

Speaker:
Michael Thorp

The session will describe the strategic approach and tactics to boost new student enrollment. We will describe implementation and outcomes of direct admission with a major search site, partnerships with local high schools, academic program development, athletic recruitment, and several other initiatives.

Speaker:
Brad Poznanski

Learn how to empower your staff by gathering training techniques to assist in building a strong foundation of configurable joins knowledge. Get step by step instructions starting with how to choose the right base to query library 101.

Speakers:
Ted Magndzinski
Courtney Mumma