Fulfilling the Mission of Higher Ed During COVID-19

Our Virtual Roundtables are About Conversations, Not Presentations

We know intimate gatherings are a powerful tool to connect solution-driven ideas, actions, and people in meaningful ways.  We also believe the best answers are always in the room and we know your insight will bring an incomparable perspective to the dialogue.

We will discuss:

• Insights into what obstacles senior higher education leaders face this Fall while preparing for Fall 2021 enrollment.
• Adjustments and creative solutions to maintain student engagement for a fully online or hybrid experience.
• Student success interventions and best practices for recruitment, yield, and retention in these new circumstances.
• Build on lessons learned in the past six months to mitigate enrollment and reputational impact.

What to expect:

• An expert panel discussion on student success practices
• Engaging small-group conversation with colleagues that will connect solution-driven ideas and actions in meaningful ways
• A 15-minute break to stretch your legs!
• An interactive networking session

Recommendations for the best possible experience: 

• Check your video camera settings!  Communicating face to face makes a big difference.
• Ensure a strong wifi connection so you don't drop out.
• Click here for tech best practices to ensure your virtual experience is seamless!
• Bring paper and pen to jot down ideas and reduce digital distractions!

Additional resources to explore:

• Low-GPA students retained at 28% lower rate in online courses than peers in face-to-face classes.
• Higher likelihood that students are going to stop out of college for economic reasons
• The challenges are particularly acute among low-income students, first-generation students and those from underrepresented groups