Expand Peer Advisor Program :: PIP System (SUNY Orange)

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Initiative Title	Expand Peer Advisor Program
Submitted in Previous Year(s)	No
Critical Information, Notes, Justification, Rationale	The Peer Advisor program was funded for the past five years through the Title III grant. Peer advisors are trained to assist new students through supporting the New START sessions as presenters. In addition, the Peer Advisors provide direct support to their fellow students by responding to general questions, introducing students to Banner and the portal, and assisting students in accessing academic and administrative services. The Peer Advisor program provides a leadership opportunity for participants and a much needed extension of the services that Academic Advising can provide to students on both campuses.
Consequences of this initiative not being funded	Currently, there is only departmental budget funding to support two peer advisors. As such, there is no coverage at the Newburgh campus and limited opportunities for new students to meet or interact with peers. The leadership opportunity is diminished as is the needed assistance for the Advising staff.
Department Goals	Ensure Student Services staffing at both campus locations best meets student needs
Programs
Locations	Main Campus, Newburgh Campus
Estimated Completion Date
Will this initiative span multiple budget years?	Yes
Importance	High
Funding Source	Request for Prioritization
Created	01/22/2018 6:17 pm
Updated	01/23/2018 12:51 pm

Institutional Goals

Goal	How will the initiative support this institutional goal?
STRATEGIC PLAN 2015-2020 PRIORITY II: Student Support and Success: We will support our students in achieving their educational and career goals. a: Prepare students for college success through academic planning and advising and comprehensive, ongoing support.	The Peer Advisor program provides a leadership and applied learning option for current students. Further, it provides a peer-to-peer learning opportunity for students who are entering SUNY Orange for the first time. The Peer Advisors model the behaviors and attitudes we hope all students will embrace.
STRATEGIC PLAN 2015-2020 PRIORITY II: Student Support and Success: We will support our students in achieving their educational and career goals. c: Increase student retention, completion, transfer, and employment readiness.	The Peer Advisor program provides a leadership and applied learning option for current students. Further, it provides a peer-to-peer learning opportunity for students who are entering SUNY Orange for the first time. The Peer Advisors model the behaviors and attitudes we hope all students will embrace.

Action Steps

Action Step	Responsible Party	Order
Advertise Peer Advisor positions; select appropriate candidates; provide training and mentoring	Director of Academic Advising	1

Expected Outcomes

Outcome	Order
Peer Advisors will be available throughout the semester to provide support to Academic Advising office	1

Assessment Methods

Method	Description	Other Method	Responsible Party
Observations	Information can be collected while observing “events” (including, sponsored activities, student {office staff} sessions, etc.) in the natural setting. Observation can provide information on student behaviors and attitudes.		Director of Advisng
Entrance/Exit Interviews	Interviews are conducted with students when they enter college and when they leave—either through graduation or early departure. These interviews can be designed to measure SLO, but can also be used to learn about students’ perceptions, gather feedback, on various college services, activities, etc.		Director of Advising

Resources

INITIAL YEAR COST:	$9,000.00
RECURRING COST:	$9,000.00

Equipment

Need	Cost (Initial/Recurring)	Supporting Departments
TOTAL:	$0.00 / $0.00

Facility

Need	Cost (Initial/Recurring)	Supporting Departments
TOTAL:	$0.00 / $0.00

Supply

Need	Cost (Initial/Recurring)	Supporting Departments
TOTAL:	$0.00 / $0.00

Staffing

Need	Cost (Initial/Recurring)	Supporting Departments
Hourly salary for peer advisors @ $10./hr	$9000.00 / 9000.00 (1st year)	Human Resources, AVP Office Financial Aid
TOTAL:	$9,000.00 / $9,000.00

Training

Need	Cost (Initial/Recurring)	Supporting Departments
TOTAL:	$0.00 / $0.00

Marketing

Need	Cost (Initial/Recurring)	Supporting Departments
TOTAL:	$0.00 / $0.00

Other

Need	Cost (Initial/Recurring)	Supporting Departments
TOTAL:	$0.00 / $0.00

Prioritization

Level 5 Level 5 Cabinet Middle States	Level 4 Level 4 PBIE Committee	Level 3 Level 3 Academic Affairs and Student Services, Provost, VP Office Administration and Finance, VP Office Board of Trustees Chief Diversity Officer Institutional Advancement, VP Office President, Office of Student Services, VP Office SUNY Orange Foundation Sustainability Workforce Development, Strategy & Innovation, VP Office	Level 2 Level 2 Alumni Relations and Special Events Athletics Business Math Science and Technology, AVP Office Business Office CAPE Career and Internship Services Communications Office Enrollment Mgt and Student Financial Services, AVP Office Facilities Food Tech Grants Health Professions, AVP Office Hudson Valley Educational Consortium Human Resources, AVP Office Information Technology, CIO Office Institutional Planning Assessment and Research Lab School Learning & Student Success, AVP Office Liberal Arts, AVP Office Marketing Newburgh Campus Phi Theta Kappa Security Student Engagement and Completion, AVP Office	Level 1 Level 1 Academic Advising Academic Support Middletown Academic Support Newburgh Academic Technology Accessibility Services Admissions and Recruitment Arts and Communication Behavioral Sciences Biology Bursar Business Capital Projects Center for Student Involvement Center for Teaching and Learning Clinical Laboratory Science Computer Science and Technology Criminal Justice Cultural Affairs Custodial and Grounds Dental Hygiene Deployment & Operations Diagnostic Imaging Education Educational Opportunities Program Educational Partnerships English Enrollment Support Services Environmental Health and Safety ESL CAPE Financial Aid Global Studies Governance Honors Program HVAC Information Services & Network Infrastructure Interdisciplinary Studies Liberty Partnership Program Library Mail and Copy Services Maintenance Mathematics Movement Science Nursing Occupational Therapy Payroll Physical Therapy Records and Registration Science Engineering and Architecture Student Services - Data Management Student Services Central Student Services Newburgh Campus Student Support Initiatives Testing Center TRiO Student Support Services Unused Wellness Center Work Force Development CAPE	Initiative Title	Department
	14	2			Expand Peer Advisor Program $9,000.00 / $9,000.00	Student Services, VP Office

Assessment

Date	Department Name	Status	Cost to Date	Funding Source
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