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Improving campus culture and better student integration- Using Campus Labs technology in order to implement Collegiate Link.  Collegiate Link is a type of social media software that fosters multiple and deeper integration into campus social networks sponsored and supported by Student Affairs.  Our branded version is called Canes Connect, and is used to strengthen social integration primarily outside of the classroom.

Peer Mentors- Creation and Implementation of Project Storm Spotters.  The Storm Spotters Team (SST) consists of  peer mentors who serve as co-instructors for UNIV 1000, Orientation to College Success.  SST’s connect first-year students to campus activities and to academic support services in order to improve engagement and academic success.

Improve access for underserved and/or priority communities.

Increased required intrusive advising for any student identified as at risk for retention and progression using required meetings, mandatory supplemental instruction, and automatic referrals to Academic Success Center resources

Supplemental Instruction

Provide high-impact curricular and co-curricular opportunities to enhance engagement and academic development

Increase degree completion in STEM fields. To meet this goal, we are focusing on both K-12 STEM outreach and the retention of STEM students once they have enrolled.

Target increases in completion for students traditionally underserved in postsecondary education.  (Related goal: Increase the number of undergraduate degrees awarded by USG institutions.)

Target increases in completion for students traditionally underserved in post-secondary education.  Additionally, provide targeted baccalaureate programs that meet local economic development needs in the region.

HIS: Active Pedagogy with Authentic Experiences. GGC’s primary strategy to address Goal 8 (Restructure instructional delivery) is focused on creating classroom experiences for students that are engaging, provide authentic experiences, and promote deep learning and transferrable skills.