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Success @ Seneca Presented by: Steven Fishman – Program Leader Lisa Decandia – Program Coordinator

Seneca College Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology

Program Purpose • A comprehensive and structured program designed to facilitate college success for incoming students • Focus on the “whole” student and their transition into college and beyond. Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology

Pro-Active and Responsible Approach • Motivation • Self-Discipline • Accountability • Goal-Oriented • Initiative • Perseverance • Communication Skills • Positive and Realistic Outlook Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology

♫Life in the Key of ‘C’♪ • Connection • Contribution • Capability Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology

Program Overview • Extensive Transition and Orientation Program • On-Line Portal to build Academic “Toolbox” • Early Warning System • Ongoing Success @ Seneca Workshops, Activities and Communication • College Coach System Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology

Program Transition and Orientation • Transition Issues: – Work load expectations – Financial commitments – Familiarity with college environment – Attaining a sense of belonging/connection – Transportation/housing issues – ‘House-keeping’ issues – Developing independence Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology

Program Transition and Orientation Cont’d • Embracing the concept of a Pro-active and Responsible Learner • Strategies for academic and personal success i.e. mock lectures • Success and learning skills workshops • Awareness and Utilization of College Resources • Social Activities Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology

Academic, Career and Personal Development • On-line ‘My.Seneca’ environment • Ongoing development of academic ‘toolbox’ (learning strategies) • Exploration of career paths • Enhancement of communication/relationship skills • Regular E-Newsletters Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology

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Early Warning System • Identify and assist “at – risk” students • Offer interventions and resources • Workshops and seminars for extra support Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology

College Coach System • Seneca staff who: – Choose to participate in the program – Take an active interest in student’s college progress – Willing to assist students in exploring services that can improve their skills – Motivate students to successfully complete their academic journey – Keep the students connected, on track, goal and motivated Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology

College Coach System Cont’d • Student meets with College Coach bi-weekly • Research shows that ongoing connections between college staff and students, is vital for student satisfaction, success and retention • Staff feel a sense of value, belonging, and motivation too! Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology

The Results • Students who participated in the SUCCESS@Seneca program were more successful • Students who participated in all components (Orientation, College Coach, On-Line) were more successful than those who only participated in one or two components. Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology

Results continued… Quotes from students: • “Extremely happy I had this program.” • “If it was not for the Success @ Seneca program, we would not have adjusted to Seneca as well.” Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology

Results Continued… Quotes from Coaches: • “…it just makes our being here so much more meaningful and I am grateful for the opportunity to make small difference to a young person.” • “It just feels good to help someone and I think we are a good match.” • “I have been at the college for many years and this is the first time that I felt a part of something meaningful. I am proud to be part of this team.” Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology

Contact Information • Lisa Decandia – Program Coordinator Lisa.Decandia@senecac.on.ca • Steve Fishman – Program Leader Steve.Fishman@senecac.on.ca 416-491-5050 Ext. 2923 Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology

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