Meredith Reynolds - Head Start College Blog

College Sophomores: Don’t Get Lost

I can’t believe its almost January, half-way through freshman year! I saw an interesting article in Inside Higher Ed www.insidehighered.com and thought I would share its message with you. 
Many colleges and universities across the country are realizing that perhaps as important to retention as freshmen activities, advising, small seminars etc are similar efforts to keep sophomores “connected” with school community. For many, sophomore year is the time to move off campus and cook for yourself which inevitably will lead to a sense of disconnectedness.
Recognizing this concern,  many colleges with adequate housing are requiring staying on campus sophomore year. Colorado College offers Sophomore Jump program which includes among other things once-a-month dinners with faculty members. Many schools stay connected with students while assisting them with planning a study abroad program for junior year.
My message to students (and parents advising their students) is find a way to stay involved in your school community all four years that’s where the memories are made.

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