Student Life, Engagement, and Support
EMPOWER
Create robust student experiences and strong support systems that empower learners to achieve their goals throughout the student life cycle.
Progress Highlights
2022-2023
EXPANDING CAREER EXPERIENCES AND OPPORTUNITIES
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Developed experiential learning interest form to allow Career Services to assist students with finding appropriate internship opportunities.
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Modernization of the Saremi Center for Career Development.
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Held multiple employer speaker events throughout the academic year with 100+ students at each to share guidance on finances, employment, and other career areas.
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Established 92 new employer contacts for internship opportunities.
FOSTERING A DYNAMIC AND INCLUSIVE COMMUNITY
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Developed new residential experience model to create smaller, more intentional residential communities and better student experiences.
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Signed housing agreements with local community colleges resulting in 15 current Holyoke CC and Springfield Technical CC students living on campus.
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75% of the undergraduate population has attended a campus-wide event this year.
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Expanded utilization of texting platform to increase student engagement and support