Student Success Council

Purpose

Support the role of the Student Success Council is to assess the effectiveness of initiatives related to student success, highlight effective practices, and promote cross campus collaboration and discussion. Our work is aimed at enhancing student retention, persistence, and graduation. The council is committed to using data-informed decision making and fostering a culture of continuous improvement in support of student success. 

How does the group function?

Intention

  • Plan and oversee the annual Data Summit.

  • Review retention, persistence, and graduation data to identify achievement gaps. 

  • Curate data.

  • Assess impact of existing initiatives. 

  • Perform qualitative and quantitative assessments. 

Current Charges of the Council

Charges for 2025-26:

  1. Continually update the webpage for the Committee with agendas, minutes and other relevant information.
  2. Develop a recommended Academic Momentum action plan working in collaboration with the College’s leadership.
  3. Review and evaluate 2024-2025 and fall 2025 drop data to look for patterns. Provide recommendations for ways in which we can improve student success in this area. Is there potential for student input and qualitative data from them – maybe a Marketing class project? (this charge is being reviewed as we understand that another committee on campus is doing similar work. We will have an answer on this before your first meeting).
  4. Continue work on a Data Summit for some point during the academic year.
  5. Provide an update to College Leadership Council at an appropriate time during the academic year.

MSCHE Alignment:

  • Standard IV: Support of the Student Experience
    The council's role in evaluating the effectiveness of student success initiatives ties into this standard, as it involves using data and evidence to guide decision-making and support continuous improvement.  

  • Standard VI: Planning, Resources, and Institutional Improvement 
    The council's tasks, such as evaluating new initiatives, prioritizing goals, and providing input on insititutional policies, contribute to the palnning and institutional improvement processes. 

    Aligning efforts with the strategic plan also ensures allocation supports the institution's mission to promote student success.

Connection to Strategic Plan

  • Academic Success: Goal 1: Help students achieve their educational and career goals through responsive academic experiences, innovative teaching strategies, and exemplary learning support services.  

    Student Experience: Goal 2: Foster a student-centered and equitable campus experience where all students feel welcomed, valued, connected, and empowered to succeed. 

    Communication: Goal 3: Ensure communication systems are consistent, transparent, and designed to promote student success. 

  • Direct Connections to Goals and Strategic Priorities:

 

1.1- Ensure that academic programs and course meet student demand and foster student success

 

1.3- Enhance academic support services and intervention systems to foster successful course completion and sufficient credit momentum.

 

2.1- Ensure systems and procedures are student centered and equitable to make it easier for students to navigate college processes

 

2.4- Enhance support systems to address non-cognitive barriers to success.

 

3.1- Ensure communication messages and tactics are consistent, well-coordinated, and focused on promoting academic success. 

       And a positive student experience. 

 

3.3- Improve employees' understanding of how their area contributes toward overall college goals

 

  • Membership:

     

Co-Chairs: Co-chairs are elected by the committee and serve staggered appointments of 3 years. Chairs may serve multiple, non-consecutive terms. 

 

           One co-chair is an administrative leader, and the other is a faculty member nominated by the Faculty Senate. 

 

  • General Membership

     

           Members may be appointed, nominated, or self-nominated, with final approval by relevant college authorities.

 

           Membership terms are typically for one academic year, renewable upon review. 

 

           Membership should include at least 3 Faculty members and 3 Administrators and should include the following:

 

           Representative from IPAR

 

           Provost (or designee)

 

           Designated Webmaster

 

  • Members
    • Justin Pritchard (chair)
    • Oksana Korol
    • Kristen Costello
    • Christian Heisler
    • Colleen Stevens
    • Asami Hagiwara
    • Kayla Anderson
    • Amber Ingalls
    • Mike Borz
    • Eunice Williams
    • Sean Vormwald
    • Leigh Petryssyn

 

  • Meeting schedule:

           The Council shall meet at least once each month during the academic year. 

           Additional meetings may be convened by the co-chairs as needed. 

           Notices shall be given at least one week in advance

  • Standard agenda to include:

 

           Approval of Minutes

     

           Announcements

     

           Old Business

 

           New Business.