The Charge

Chancellor Justin Schwartz and Provost Ann Stevens have launched the next phase to advancing a holistic approach to student success for increasing undergraduate retention and graduation rates and enhancing the overall student experience. This next phase, which builds on the foundational achievements of the Buff Undergraduate Success (BUS) initiative, also seeks to close gaps and promote equitable outcomes for all students. 

Meet the Team

Undergraduate student success is shaped by three interconnected functions: undergraduate education, student life and enrollment management. Strategic collaboration across these areas is essential to supporting students throughout their academic journey. 

Leads

  • Erika Randall
  • Amy Hutton
  • D’Andra Mull/Joe Thomas

Process

This is an iterative effort focusing on the following interrelated areas: 

  • Beneficial high-impact practices by expanding access to positive, supportive and transformative learning experiences 
  • Residential academic programs and living learning communities: Streamlining access to RAPs and LLCs 
  • Retention and graduation pathways: Removing barriers to second- and third-year retention and degree completion 
  • Upper-year programming: Creating opportunities for career, graduate study and post-degree pathways for participating in a diverse democracy 
  • Data-informed strategy: Using data to guide decisions and measure impact 
  • Collaborative linkages: Connecting college-level efforts with central initiatives in partnership with deans 
  • Resource identification: Supporting innovation through pilot funding and securing long-term resources for proven strategies 

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