The first week—wherein you set expectations and build the community is vital for success. Consistency and structure are key. Your colleagues are a great resource. Collaborating with admissions staff, who already have a relationship with the student, can be very effective. 

Students are looking for faculty involvement in orientation. By introducing themselves and setting expectations for the course, faculty can ease the student's fears and impress with their credibility. 

Progressive orientations improve outcomes. Inviting student participation helps reduce fears and answer questions about the program. To reduce buyer's remorse, it is in everyone's best interest for the orientation to show planning, interactivity, and credibility. 

The value equation lays out the factors that ensure retention. Students consider more than the financial cost of their education. Customer service, credibility, and the student experience all factor into their decision to stay enrolled. 

It does take a village to have an effective outcome. Its an amazing resource when we all can come together to assist the being in a positve outcome.

It is great to be involved in the orientation process, to ensure unity among the team and display we are here to help students succeed.

Orientation is important for setting the foundation on how we tend to guide our students.

What I've learned so far is concepts not only to help students but also even in a work environment.  Just being supportive and providing clear efficient information. I find that clarity helps with retention.

Learning to be flexible and adaptive to students' needs is a great way to ensure success in any institution. 

Building up a team will result in better customer service.