How To Implement Effective Student Programming: Options, Budgets & Data Analysis

Key Takeaway  Participants in this webinar will discover the various logistics behind program planning for student groups, including budgeting, data, and how to overcome challenges of student participation in events. Challenge This webinar will generate discussion around student participation in programming and how to increase student buy-in. Student participation is a current issue across multiple student identity groups. This webinar will also showcase marketing and collaboration resources that colleagues in the field may not be aware of. Overview Once students are on campus, how do we keep them invested in their experience at the university? Today's college student is looking for more than just learning in the classroom. Students want a college experience that allows them to potentially make lifelong friendships and networking opportunities that make them more employable as they matriculate. There are many contributing factors to student retention; providing exciting programs to students will create a greater sense of belonging and comfort for students. This webinar will be presented through a first-generation college graduate's perspective but is translatable to general student programming. This discussion-based webinar will share programming options, budgets, and data supporting the effectiveness of student programs. We will also share challenges and successes that come with event planning and execution. Lastly, we will discuss the various ways to collaborate and market programming to appeal to students. Objectives Review various programming options for students Discover ways to implement programming based on different budgets and data Discuss challenges and successes surrounding student participation in events Who Should Attend Academic Affairs Student Services/Affairs 2-year & 4-year institutions Program Coordinators interested in creating engaging events for students on and off-campus Any educator interested in learning more about logistics planning for events related to support student retention