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Building Authenticity In Social Media Tools To Recruit, Jean Sandlin, Edlyn V. Peña
Building Authenticity In Social Media Tools To Recruit, Jean Sandlin, Edlyn V. Peña
Edlyn V. Peña
An increasing number of institutions utilize social media tools, including studentwritten blogs, on their admission websites in an effort to enhance authenticity in their recruitment marketing materials. This study offers a framework for understanding what contributes to prospective college students’ perceptions of social media authenticity and how their perceptions shape expectations of the college experience. The results of the study are based on qualitative data comprising 16 in-depth interviews, 165 journal entries, and an eightmember focus group interview with college-bound students. Prospective college students perceived student-written blogs to be authentic when student bloggers disclosed personal details and feelings about campus …
A Comparison Of For-Profit And Community Colleges’ Admissions Practices, Constance Iloh, William G. Tierney
A Comparison Of For-Profit And Community Colleges’ Admissions Practices, Constance Iloh, William G. Tierney
Constance Iloh
College choice has been an area of inquiry in higher education research for decades. While this scholarship has evolved, it has yet to incorporate the fastest-growing sector of higher education: for-profit colleges and universities. The authors investigate the admissions and recruitment conditions that would lead students— particularly those from low-income backgrounds—to consider a for-profit college over a community college. Specifically, the paper considers information provided to prospective students by several for-profit and community colleges in an urban city. On the basis of this research, conclusions and future directions for college choice theory and organizational practice are developed.
Undocumented Students: Who Are They? And What Can I Do?, Merchel Menefield, Victor Ruiz
Undocumented Students: Who Are They? And What Can I Do?, Merchel Menefield, Victor Ruiz
Ohio College Access Network
Many educators are trying to figure out how to assist undocumented students. This presentation helps identify issues that others are facing with this group of students and some approaches that can be used to better serve this population. This Power Point presentation accompanied the breakout session by the same title at the 2012 OCAN Conference.
Assisting Students In The College Experience: Multiple Dimensions Of Identity, Charlie Runyan, Blossom Barrett
Assisting Students In The College Experience: Multiple Dimensions Of Identity, Charlie Runyan, Blossom Barrett
Ohio College Access Network
The learning outcomes for this presentation are as follows: *Reconceptualize identity development to be more inclusive of differences within and across identity categories such as race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, nationality, class, ability and religion. *Learn strategies to enhance the quality of the learning environment within *Explore with colleagues the way in which we can effectively create or build multiracial/multiple identity communities while also supporting students individually. *Learn methods to integrate research, practice, self reflection and professional development to best serve students and our profession.
Effectively Engaging Parents In The College-Going Process, Victor Ruiz, Zulayka Ruiz
Effectively Engaging Parents In The College-Going Process, Victor Ruiz, Zulayka Ruiz
Ohio College Access Network
No abstract provided.
“Hot Topics” Summary Of Responses From Act Conference Counselor Roundtable Session, Linda Knicely
“Hot Topics” Summary Of Responses From Act Conference Counselor Roundtable Session, Linda Knicely
Ohio College Access Network
At the Counselor Roundtable Session, held on Tuesday, January 24th at the Columbus Renaissance Hotel, attendees were presented, in no particular order, with a list of ten “Hot Topics” to discuss. In the interest of time, attendees voted for the five topics they were most interested in discussing and those are listed below the master list, in order of interest level. Each topic was discussed for only 10 minutes with participants suggesting strategies/solutions. When possible, the person providing the idea/resource is listed by name and school.
Resources And Tools For Helping Undocumented Students Access College, April Bell
Resources And Tools For Helping Undocumented Students Access College, April Bell
Ohio College Access Network
This document provides links for scholarships and other financial resources and tools to help undocumented students access post-secondary education.
Resources To Support Academic And Career Planning For Students, Carolyn George
Resources To Support Academic And Career Planning For Students, Carolyn George
Ohio College Access Network
No abstract provided.
Knowhow2go! Online Resources To Support Students
Knowhow2go! Online Resources To Support Students
Ohio College Access Network
No abstract provided.
Hot Topics In College Counseling
Hot Topics In College Counseling
Ohio College Access Network
This document provides an outline to Hot Topics in College Counseling that were discussed after the Welcome and Opening Remarks with the attendees at the Fall 2011 OACAC Articulation Workshops.
School Counselor Resources, Linda Knicely
School Counselor Resources, Linda Knicely
Ohio College Access Network
This is a 60 page set of various documents to assist the school counselor/access advisor in their varied college advising responsibilities. They range widely in nature.
Ocis And Iacp Informational Brochure
Ocis And Iacp Informational Brochure
Ohio College Access Network
No abstract provided.
Senior Plans Data Sheet, Linda Knicely
Senior Plans Data Sheet, Linda Knicely
Ohio College Access Network
This document serves as a tool for conducting initial interviews with seniors in the fall. It collects information about their future plans and current progress toward them.