New and Improved Student Services
Moderator: Suzy Hay , Kansas State University (KS)
Presenter: Michele Jersak , Century College and Minnesota State Colleges and Universities (MN)
Presenter: Teresa Theisen , Minnesota State Colleges and Universities (MN)
WCET Conference October 27,
2011
Kansas State University Services for Distance Students
Kansas State University Services for Distance Students
K-State Online (KSOL)My Organizer – Student View
Assessing Our Services
End of Semester:
Student Satisfaction Survey
Faculty Course Evaluations
Kansas State University Services for Distance Students
http://www.dce.k-state.edu/students/services/financial-aid
Scholarships
Kansas State University Services for Distance Students
Extending Campus Services K-State Libraries Non-Traditional Student Services Disability Support Services Career and Employment Services Office of Student Life University Life Café Powercat Financial Counseling
Kansas State University Services for Distance Students
K-State ranks as a top military friendly school.
Kansas State University Services for Distance Students
Extending Campus Services K-State Libraries Non-Traditional Student Services Disability Support Services Career and Employment Services Office of Student Life University Life Café Powercat Financial Counseling
Kansas State University Services for Distance Students
http://www.dce.k-state.edu/students/services/
Student Services
Kansas State University Services for Distance Students
Kansas State University Services for Distance Students
http://www.optionsplus.k-state.edu/giveaways/
2011 Wallpaper Calendar Wallpapers
Icons Coloring Pages Address Labels
Flash Cards Paper Projects Stickers Bookmark Games
Distance Newsletter: The Leading Edge
http://www.dce.k-state.edu/students/services/newsletter
DCE Honors & Awards ReceptionExtraordinary Student Award
Kansas State University Services for Distance Students
Pinnacle Honor Society
http://www.dce.k-state.edu/students/pinnacle/
Kansas State University Services for Distance Students
Virtual Commencement
http://www.dce.k-state.edu/students/commencement/
Kansas State University Services for Distance Students
Navigating Success in Career and Life Planning
Presenter: Michele Jersak , Century College and Minnesota State Colleges and Universities (MN)
www.gpslifeplan.org
Program Program ComponentsComponents
•Website
•eFolio
•Campus Activities
•Curriculum Integration
•Student Success Day
•Student-Faculty Interaction
•http://www.gpslifeplan.org
A Brief History
eFolio Features
• Provides a virtual three-ring binder
• Allows more ownership for the student
• Can password protect areas and provide feedback
• Can be shaped & polished for use beyond college experience
Sample GPS LifePlan eFolios
Topic AreasTopic Areas•Self-Assessment - Interests - Skills - Work Values - Personality
•Career Research
•Links to Education
•Decision-Making
•Marketing Yourself - Job Search - Resume and Cover letter - Networking - Interviewing
•Managing Job Loss and Transitions
Topic AreasTopic Areas• Degree/Program
• Course Planning
• Study Skills
• Learning Styles
• Grade Issues
• Transfer Planning
• College Readiness
Topic AreasTopic Areas
•Financing Education - Financial Aid - Scholarships - Tax Related Benefits - Military Education Benefits
•Budget
•Debt Management
•Credit Management
•Identity Theft
•Saving for the Future
Topic AreasTopic Areas• Leadership Skills
• Resources for Leading
• Civic Engagement
• Service Learning
• Global Competence
Topic AreasTopic Areas• Life Transitions
• Stress Management
• Relationships
• Fitness and Physical Health
• Child Care
• Housing
• Transportation
• Mental Health
•Health Insurance Information
•Legal Resources
•Reintegration for Veterans
Integration Throughout CampusNew Student Orientation
Counseling appointments
Workshops throughout the semester
Student Success Day
eFolio
Student Life
Curriculum Integration
Curriculum Integration Examples Developmental English
― Budget Analysis, Understanding Your Credit, Getting out of Debt, Goal Setting, and Scholarship applications (FinancePlan)
― Creating your Own Vision Mission (CareerPlan)
Public Speaking― Leadership Philosophy, Articulating a Vision (LeadershipPlan)― Interests, values, skills, possible careers, major of study
(CareerPlan)― Persuasive speech on finance related topic (FinancePlan)
Dental Hygiene― Learning Styles Assessment and Class Instruction
(EducationPlan)― Develop a S.M.A.R.T. goal to identify a study skill the student
would like to improve (EducationPlan)
Active and Collaborative LearningStudents can interact though creating eFolio & topic discussions
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Student-Faculty InteractionFaculty learn more about students and students feel more validated
Support for LearnersStudy Skills, Transition to College, Health Resources, Time
Management
Gaining College Credit for Military Training
Presenter: Teresa Theisen , Minnesota State Colleges and Universities (MN)
Minnesota Veterans Education Transfer
System (VETS)
Minnesota Veterans Education Transfer System (VETS)
http://www.veterans.mnscu.edu
Minnesota Veterans Education Transfer System (VETS)
Minnesota Veterans Education Transfer System (VETS)
Minnesota Veterans Education Transfer System (VETS)
Minnesota Veterans Education Transfer System (VETS)
Minnesota Veterans Education Transfer System (VETS)
Thank you!
Contact information:
Suzy Hay [email protected]
Michele Jersak [email protected]
Teresa Theisen [email protected]
Questions?