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posted: 09.30.09
printer friendlyFrom Day 1 to Degree: Ensuring Student Success through Effective Pre-College and Retention Programs
The Day 1 to Degree Symposium Team has announced that registration for this event is now closed due to unexpected demand for the symposium. Registration filled up within days of opening, and while the team was able to receive additional funding and increase the seating from 200 to 340, they are now far over capacity.
If you have not registered and were planning on registering, you may go ahead and input your information at www.ous.edu/symp and you will be put on a waiting list. The organizers are making an effort to include as many people and organizations as possible.
If you have any questions, you may email symposium@ous.edu , or call the Oregon University System Chancellor’s Office at 503-725-5700. The symposium website is at www.ous.edu/symp
The original announcement follows.
You are invited to a one-day symposium on November 19th, 2009, at Portland State University. The symposium will present best practices regarding pre-college and postsecondary retention programs. With a special focus on services for underserved student populations, it will offer important data and practical ideas for improving services and increasing student preparation and retention at Oregon's colleges and universities. From Day 1 to Degree is hosted by the State Board of Higher Education, under the leadership of Board Director Dalton Miller-Jones.
The day will include presentations by Oregon and national leaders in this area, including a keynote presentation from Deborah A. Santiago, co-founder and Vice President for Policy and Research at Excelencia in Education. Participants can choose from sessions exploring pre-college preparation and enrichment programs, in-college retention programs, and faculty engagement and impact on student retention.
When:
November 19th, full day event, lunch provided, no registration fee
How to Register:
Registration is free, but seating is limited so please register soon, and no later than November 12. Go to www.ous.edu/symp/
Where:
Portland State University, Smith Memorial Student Union, 1825 SW Broadway, Room 355
Who:
Participants include postsecondary education administrators, student affairs professionals, advisers, students, and faculty; K-12 administrators, counselors, and faculty; public officials and policy makers; representatives of community or non-profit organizations aimed at student achievement; representatives of philanthropic organizations; business association leaders; community, and civic leaders.
| Day1toDegreeflyer.pdf | Day 1 to Degree Flyer |