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We developed a one elective credit course that meets once a week. It is offered on a pass/fail basis. In order to pass, the student needs to attend. We used to do this for no credit and the students didn't come, so we beefed up the program, added the credit, and it is working much better. The retention to following semesters has also significantly increased. Linda Stedje-Larsen Director, Support Services Wingate University CB 3068 Wingate, NC 28174 FAX - 704-233-8268 Phone - 704-233-8269 -----Original Message----- From: Open Forum for Learning Assistance Professionals [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Genser, Holly Sent: Friday, March 28, 2008 12:06 PM To: [log in to unmask] Subject: Program for At-Risk Students Dear LRNASST Members, I need some guidance for a new program for at-risk students that I am developing and piloting. So far, 20 percent of the target population responded to e-mails and participated in personal interviews. Students identified the factors that affected their performance. Some received referrals to other departments, some participated in a short study skills session. Most wanted to set follow-up appointments and some were also required and encouraged in order to work on specific needs. The problem is, most students don't return for follow up sessions or small groups. Yet I have read about other programs that have participation. How do you get students to consistently participate? We have individual appointments, small group sessions, and Success Seminars that are open to the whole student body. We only have about 600 students on our campus, but attendance runs from 0-3 people. Mostly, it's zero. By comparison, our participation in tutoring has increased by 500% in two out of three labs. Since we have a relatively new Learning Center, I've hired an advanced advertising and marketing student with work experience to conduct a market research study and help develop advertising and promotions for next year. I've read about the characteristics of students at-risk, and I know that they are hard to reach. Do any of you listserv members have any methods of encouraging participation in your at-risk programs that have worked for you? Can you suggest any resources for us? Holly Genser Holly G. Genser, Director Florida Learning Center Northwood University West Palm Beach, FL 33409 Northwood University: Discover the Leader in You The mission of the Florida Learning Center is to empower students with the skills for academic success and lifelong learning. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ To access the LRNASST-L archives or User Guide, or to change your subscription options (including subscribe/unsubscribe), point your web browser to http://www.lists.ufl.edu/archives/lrnasst-l.html To contact the LRNASST-L owner, email [log in to unmask] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ To access the LRNASST-L archives or User Guide, or to change your subscription options (including subscribe/unsubscribe), point your web browser to http://www.lists.ufl.edu/archives/lrnasst-l.html To contact the LRNASST-L owner, email [log in to unmask]