"Enhancing Transparency for Under-Represented Students Through Academic Life Coaching"
2024 Student Success Conference - Rio Salado College
October 25, 2024
Join Gabriela Holt and Clarice Wziatek as they unveil the transformative power of academic life coaching through the federally-funded Avanzar Program. In this dynamic session, discover how a $2.9M Title V grant is revolutionizing support for underrepresented students—and learn practical strategies you can implement immediately on your campus.
Through real student testimonials, evidence-based coaching tools, and an interactive experience that will shift your perspective, you'll leave equipped to enhance transparency, break down barriers, and create pathways to success for the students who need it most.
What You'll Leave With:
🎯 Crystal Clear Distinction
Life Coaching vs. Counseling - Know exactly when and how to use each approach to maximize student success
💡 The Barrier-Breaking Blueprint
8 Critical Obstacles Identified - Recognize and address the specific challenges underrepresented students face (imposter syndrome, cultural mismatch, system unfamiliarity, and more)
🔧 Proven Coaching Toolkit
Evidence-Based Strategies from three powerhouse programs:
Gallup CliftonStrengths methodologies
Coach Training EDU frameworks
Stanford Design Your Life techniques
⚡ The Odyssey Ideation Experience
Hands-On Transformation Tool - A powerful exercise for helping students envision multiple life paths and make informed decisions
📊 Grant Success Strategies
Title V Program Insights - Learn how a $2.9M federal investment creates measurable outcomes (improved retention, completion rates, and student confidence)
🎁 Bonus Takeaway
Student Testimonial Templates - Real examples of transformation to inspire your own program development
Bottom Line: Walk away with immediately actionable strategies to enhance support for underrepresented students and create the kind of transparency that leads to authentic student success.
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