If we cannot provide faculty coordinators, create a dedicated honors advisor (in conjunction with Advising and Counseling)

If we cannot provide faculty coordinators, create a dedicated honors advisor (in conjunction with Advising and Counseling) Print All

Initiative Title	If we cannot provide faculty coordinators, create a dedicated honors advisor (in conjunction with Advising and Counseling)
Submitted in Previous Year(s)	No
Critical Information, Notes, Justification, Rationale	Should we create faculty coordinators (one for each campus), one of their responsibilities would be to assist with academic advising of honors students. If one or both of those positions is not created, this proposed position is another possible means by which to improve academic advising of honors programs students--while assisting the advising area of the College in general. It will reduce the advising load on the current coordinator (who is the only person to advise approximately 90-100 students per year), provide more opportunities to interact meaningfully with students, improve recruiting efforts, and potentially improve retention.
Consequences of this initiative not being funded	Students will continue to have advising needs that may or may not be met. Retention will continue to suffer. Current coordinator will not be able to handle all advising needs.
Department Goals	Implement an infrastructure & personnel plan based on the previously-done program assessment , Improve student retention within courses, from semester to semester, and from year to year , Improve and increase recruitment of students, including non-traditionals, Spread the load of student advising as a means of improvement
Programs
Locations	Main Campus, Newburgh Campus
Estimated Completion Date
Will this initiative span multiple budget years?	No
Importance	Medium
Funding Source	Request for Prioritization
Created	11/30/2017 12:39 am
Updated	12/01/2017 1:16 pm

Institutional Goals

Goal	How will the initiative support this institutional goal?
COLLEGE GOALS as of 2011 1. To provide high quality academic courses and programs that prepare a diverse student population to achieve its educational, employment and enrichment goals.
COLLEGE GOALS as of 2011 2. To engage learners in an environment that develops their knowledge and skills in critical thinking, information and technology literacy, effective communication and enhances their awareness of civic responsibility and cultural diversity.
COLLEGE GOALS as of 2011 4. To promote student growth and development by providing comprehensive and innovative academic and support services.
COLLEGE GOALS as of 2011 5. To offer opportunities to learn with a dedicated and diverse faculty and staff who value excellence in teaching, service to students, creative collaboration and continuous improvement.
COLLEGE GOALS as of 2011 6. To build and maintain safe, accessible and sustainable facilities that support the learning environment.
MIDDLESTATES STANDARDS 9. Student Support Services
STUDENT SERVICES MASTER PLAN 2013 Programming & Service Continue to focus on the growth and development of the Newburgh Campus fostering the creation of its own identity while ensuring that the two campus / one college model provides seamlessness for all students
STUDENT SERVICES MASTER PLAN 2013 Student Success & Access Work closely with Academic Affairs to address institutional priorities and facilitate student learning and growth
STUDENT SERVICES MASTER PLAN 2013 Student Success & Access Facilitate student success, growth and goal completion
STUDENT SERVICES MASTER PLAN 2013 Student Success & Access Facilitate the campus-wide promotion of health, wellness, and safety
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.
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.
STRATEGIC PLAN 2015-2020 PRIORITY II: Student Support and Success: We will support our students in achieving their educational and career goals. d: Engage in comprehensive review of program offerings, delivery formats, and course scheduling to meet the needs of diverse populations
STRATEGIC PLAN 2015-2020 PRIORITY III: Collaboration and Communication: We will develop connections between internal and external constituents and advance mutually beneficial partnerships. We will promote a culture of trust, respect, and collective responsibility. d: Strengthen the sense of community to improve the institutional climate and promote collegiality, civility, and mutual respect.
ACADEMIC MASTER PLAN 2016-2020 The Student Experience Objective #1: Improve communication among faculty, staff, and students.
ACADEMIC MASTER PLAN 2016-2020 The Student Experience Objective #2: Formally examine current advising model and identify the roles of faculty and professional advisors to determine the most effective methods of providing assistance for our students
ACADEMIC MASTER PLAN 2016-2020 The Student Experience Objective #3: Enhance academic support and services by effectively utilizing equipment, facilities, personnel, and technology to meet our students’ needs.
ACADEMIC MASTER PLAN 2016-2020 The Student Experience Objective #4: Ensure an environment of mutual respect by promoting a greater understanding of our students.
ACADEMIC MASTER PLAN 2016-2020 Preparation and Success Objective #2: Develop and implement ongoing academic support for continuing students.
ACADEMIC MASTER PLAN 2016-2020 Preparation and Success Objective #4: Develop appropriate assessment of college preparedness and success initiatives for their impact on retention and prediction for completion.
ACADEMIC MASTER PLAN 2016-2020 Programming Objective #2: Collaborate across all areas of the College to ensure relevant support for academic programming and a comprehensive, diverse student experience.
ACADEMIC MASTER PLAN 2016-2020 Programming Objective #4: Design learning opportunities that acknowledge and support the diverse and transitional nature of students’ educational paths.
ACADEMIC MASTER PLAN 2016-2020 Scheduling Objective #1: Minimize scheduling obstacles to degree completion and make student and faculty and staff feedback a consistent part of scheduling decision-making.
ACADEMIC MASTER PLAN 2016-2020 Scheduling Objective #3: Redesign presentation of programs and offerings to current and prospective students.

Action Steps

Action Step	Responsible Party	Order
Create job description	Honors Coordinator and Director of Advising & Counseling	1
Search position	HAB and Advising & Counseling	2
Hire and train person	Honors Coordinator and Director of Advising & Counseling	3

Expected Outcomes

Outcome	Order
Improved ability to advise students	1
Decreased stress on current coordinator	2
Improved retention of students	3
Improved access for students to get help with goal setting, planning, problem-solving, personal issues, transfer, etc.	4

Assessment Methods

Method	Description	Other Method	Responsible Party
Institutional Data	Review both program and student data that is collected at the institutional level. Data can include program enrollment, retention, transfer, student GPA, etc.		Honors Coordinator and Director of Advising & Counseling

Resources

INITIAL YEAR COST:	$57,000.00
RECURRING COST:	$0.00

Equipment

Need	Cost (Initial/Recurring)	Supporting Departments
Laptop and printer	$2000.00	Honors Program Academic Advising
Office equipment (desk, chair, cabinets, etc)	$5000.00
TOTAL:	$7,000.00 / $0.00

Facility

Need	Cost (Initial/Recurring)	Supporting Departments
Office space	$0.00	Honors Program Academic Advising
TOTAL:	$0.00 / $0.00

Supply

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

Staffing

Need	Cost (Initial/Recurring)	Supporting Departments
Honors Advisor / Counselor	$50000.00	Honors Program Academic Advising
TOTAL:	$50,000.00 / $0.00

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

This initiative is not ready for prioritization.

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Assessment

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