Helping students overcome financial hurdles

What To Expect

Higher education institutions are increasingly recognizing the pivotal role financial stability plays in student success and retention. Economic hardships can significantly hinder a student’s academic journey, leading to an increase in dropout rates and a decrease in overall enrollment at your institution.

In this webinar, higher education leaders offer valuable insights on effective strategies for supporting students through financial difficulties, ultimately contributing to improved retention rates and enhanced student success. Our discussion focuses on the integral role of advising teams in identifying and guiding the diverse needs of students managing financial stress before or during their college experience.

Join us as we explore practical approaches to creating a more inclusive and supportive educational environment for all students.

You’ll learn:

• Effective strategies for proactive outreach.
• Personalized advising techniques that offer students practical solutions and resources.
• How to empower students with digital tools for financial literacy and budgeting.
• The benefits of community-based coaching groups for unparalleled support.

Presenters:

• Christopher Canary, Director of Student Services, Mid-America Christian University
• Becky Burton, Associate Vice President of Academic Learning, Amarillo College
• Pamela Madden, Director of Retention, Amarillo College
• Melissa Williams, Manager, Affordability and Grants, and Interim Associate Dean of Science, Engineering, and Math, Linn-Benton Community College

This is a presentation of a previously recorded webinar.