December 15, 2009

Student Affairs Leader - December 15, 2009 - Full Issue PDF
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How Student Services Can Help Increase International Enrollment
As the global economy changes, U.S. institutions will need to pay closer attention to what campus factors help attract and retain international students.

News Capsules
Newspaper and administrator clashes; Higher education law conference; Foundation updates 21st birthday card design; Green greetings; Graduates should look to small businesses for jobs

Using Focus Groups to Assess Students’ Perceptions and Growth
Focus groups can be a great way to learn about students’ perceptions of programs and services, as well as to provide a measure of how students have grown while participating in out-of-class educational experiences.

Student Affairs Assessment for Novices
Demonstrating the value of a student affairs program or service matters more than ever. But how do you start?

Should We Establish a Parents’ Council?
Q: Every year, we get more phone calls, personal visits, and emails from parents than the year before. We feel on the defensive. What positive things can we do?