From Probation To Graduation: Empowering Advisors To Support At-Risk Students

Description  Overview Academic probation, often defined as a cumulative GPA below 2.000, is a challenge many students encounter—even the most diligent among us, as I can personally attest. For those just entering probation, it can serve as a pivotal moment: it may ignite a newfound motivation or, conversely, cast a shadow of doubt over their academic pursuits, leading them to question if they ever belonged in higher education in the first place. Despite the critical nature of probation, dismissal, and retention (PDR) issues, not all institutions have specialized staff to manage these cases. Consequently, it falls upon the broader community of academic advisors to be well-equipped to guide students through this difficult period and toward successful graduation.In our upcoming webinar, we will explore the primary factors that can lead to a student being placed on probation. More importantly, we will explore effective strategies for helping students overcome this hurdle and ach