Session I2: Classroom to Career: Connecting with Career Services to Support Students’ Transition into the Workforce

Wednesday, August 21, 2024 @ 1:45 PM – 2:45 PM – Presenters: Tracey Knowles, Nicole Scott Session Description: Hiring trends for new college graduates have drastically changed over the last four years, it is crucial for educators to understand how to support students in their pursuit of a successful career. This session will explore the current state of today’s job market and how recruitment events impact […]

Session I1: From Pilgrimage to Pedagogy: Translating Service Experiences into Mission-Driven Educational Practices

Wednesday, August 21, 2024 @ 1:45 PM – 2:45 PM – Presenters: Renee Courtney, Nadine Wodwaski Session Description: This presentation explores the profound journey of a parallel Lourdes pilgrimage, undertaken with nursing students serving the malades alongside the Order of Malta, as a catalyst for broader educational transformation. The pilgrimage, emblematic of compassion, service, and personal growth, sets the stage for a discussion on how such […]

Session J1: Beacon: Stay Ahead with Early Alerts

Wednesday, August 21, 2024 @ 3:00 PM – 4:15 PM – Presenter: Erica Graze Session Description: Now that Beacon has been in service for several semesters, we will provide some updates about how Beacon has been successfully utilized to help boost student success and retention. The session will also provide participants an overall review of the features of Beacon along with tutorials on how to create […]

Session J2: Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR): Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Training

Wednesday, August 21, 2024 @ 3:00 PM – 4:15 PM – Presenters: Nour Lyon, Robi Thomas, Andrea Kwasky, Erika Budson Session Description: The College of Health Professions in collaboration with the Wellness Center will be presenting Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR): Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Training. Participants will learn about the three simple steps to help save a life from suicide. Gatekeepers will be trained to recognize the […]