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Kramer, Gary L.; White, Merle T. – NACADA Journal, 1982
Literature on faculty relationships with new students (freshmen and transfers) as it relates to orientation programs is reviewed, and an experimental Brigham Young freshman mentoring program and its outcomes are discussed. Short-range goals were achieved, students were positively influenced, and program continuance was supported. (MSE)
Descriptors: Academic Advising, College Freshmen, Faculty Advisers, Higher Education
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Tenofsky, Deborah – Research Strategies, 2005
Universities are experiencing changes in the expectations of first-year students. These students are members of the Millennial generation, whose expectations of college life and support services differ from generations of the past. This article will discuss how to integrate the library into the lives of the first-year students to create a holistic…
Descriptors: Teaching Methods, Academic Libraries, Holistic Approach, College Freshmen
Cuseo, Joseph B. – 1997
There is a large body of well-conducted research that supports the value of freshmen orientation seminars in promoting the success of first-year students at community colleges. Orientation programs have been shown to improve retention, program completion, and the level of academic performance of these students. In addition to improving student…
Descriptors: College Curriculum, College Freshmen, Community Colleges, Course Content
Duncan, Roberto – 1985
Drawing from a review of the literature on issues related to student retention and attrition, and research on student attitudes toward the Community College of Denver (CCD), this report suggests four models for student retention programs for different two-year college student groups. Following introductory material on the project, a literature…
Descriptors: Academic Persistence, Adult Students, College Attendance, College Freshmen