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Sessions Coded 5

Session 5.1 Homeschool College Fairs


Homeschooling has increased in popularity over the last several years. Many colleges are making the recruitment of these students a high priority. One of the best ways to recruit these students are to bring them to campus as part of a Home School Fair. This session will examine how the best way to identify these students and their parents and how to develop and implement a successful Home School Fair.

Presenter:
Marlin Curnutt
Coordinator of Enrollment Development
Walters State Community College

Session 5.2 Online Withdrawal Process

The session will focus on the online withdrawal process developed by Austin Peay State University.  At most schools, gathering information on departing students is seen as critical.  APSU has developed an online method to automate the process and limit the workload for staff.

Presenter:
Telaina Wrigley
Registrar
Austin Peay State University

Session 5.3 Lost In the Shuffle: 21st Century Challenges for Tennessee's Black Enrollment

The glory years of college enrollment for Black students in Tennessee has passed.  Each one of Tennessee's public universities face challenges recruiting Black students.  Join us in a discussion about where our Black graduates are enrolling, the challenges we all face in recruiting, and strategies we can implement to counter such obstacles.

Presenters:
Eric Stokes
Assistant Director Undergraduate Admissions
The University of Tennessee Knoxville

Charlie Folsom
Director Undergraduate Admissions
The University of Tennessee Knoxville

Chad Fulton
Assistant Director Undergraduate Admissions
The University of Tennessee Knoxville

Session 5.4 Education Investment Planner – Boost Your Yield by Helping Families Plan Early for College Costs  


The Education Investment Planner is a revolutionary new tool that helps families make informed decisions about the best ways to pay for college.  When families do their financial homework, it may help you get prospective students to say “yes” to your school faster. 

Presenter:
Sonja McMullen
Senior Account Executive
Sallie Mae


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