Programming for Successful Retention of Graduate Students
Graduate students represent nearly one out of every four students attending universities or comprehensive institutions. It is an extremely heterogeneous group and provides unique challenges to higher education. This article summarizes current programming efforts to enhance graduate student experiences. Included is a focus on programs for the entering student as well as programs that support student persistence. Ideas for programming that facilitate a successful entry into careers have also been included. These programming efforts can facilitate graduate student retention through degree completion.
Contributor Notes
Dr. Cheryl J. Poison is an Associate Professor in the Department of Foundations and Adult Education at Kansas State University. In addition to her teaching responsibilities, she is the Director of the Off-Campus Master's Degree Programs in Adult and Continuing Education. She initiated the efforts that led to the creation of NACADA's Commissions on Graduate Student Advising and Adult Learners. Interested readers may contact Dr. Poison by E-mail at cpolson@ksu.edu.
