An Analysis of New Student Orientation Programs at U.S. Four-Year Colleges: How Can Administrators Enhance the First and Major Milestone of a Student's Academic Journey?

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Title:	An Analysis of New Student Orientation Programs at U.S. Four-Year Colleges: How Can Administrators Enhance the First and Major Milestone of a Student's Academic Journey?
Authors:	Chan, Matthew¹
Source:	Planning for Higher Education. Apr-Jun2019, Vol. 47 Issue 3, p38-52. 15p.
Subject Terms:	College student orientation, College student development programs, Graduation rate, Student engagement, *Learning communities
Abstract:	The article focuses on the importance of New Student Orientation (NSO) programs at the U.S. Four-Year Colleges. Topics include effective orientation programs which offer students experiences that reinforce their sense of belonging to the institution and affects retention and graduation rates; and relationship of student engagement with high-impact practice (HIP)-themed activities such as learning communities, collaboration, and active learning.
Database:	Education Research Complete

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Abstract:	The article focuses on the importance of New Student Orientation (NSO) programs at the U.S. Four-Year Colleges. Topics include effective orientation programs which offer students experiences that reinforce their sense of belonging to the institution and affects retention and graduation rates; and relationship of student engagement with high-impact practice (HIP)-themed activities such as learning communities, collaboration, and active learning.
ISSN:	07360983