AT RISK STUDENTS

Identification Channels Self-Identification: student comes forward with an issue or concern, in search of help. Test, assignment and exam results Monthly Reports Semester Visit University

Do you feel you are an “At-Risk” student? Self-identification by student / honesty It remains up to YOU the bursar to highlight any difficulties you are experiencing - be it personal or academic. Why do you think that you are at risk? Unsuitable programme choice /Incompatibility between the student and the chosen course or institution. Commitment to a Chosen Course –students who are influenced by parental and/or peer group expectations of them often experience this. Technophobia – fear/dislike of new technology. Usually caused by the lack of exposure to technology.

Isolation and loneliness Administrative frustration related to a lack of pre-entry information held by the student when making decisions regarding their course and/or institution Health and personal issues Poor study and time management skills Financial problems from home Freedom vs responsibility - lacking the self-management skills to live away from home Issues of identity/belonging

Introspection and Accountability Student to use Monthly reports for introspection, accountability and to identify problems The bursar should write monthly “reports” to themselves for introspection . In addition, they can raise and discuss these issues at the bi-annual progress meeting.

Use your resources- some options are listed below:   Meet with course convener/ lecturer - to discuss academic challenges. The Writing Centre - research, writing and exam preparation. Student Health Counselling - personal difficulty, family and psychological and emotional well being. On line resources - refer to the university website. Tutors – if you have difficulty grasping course material speak to your tutor and find out if extra tutorials can be arranged. Peer mentors – speak to your Mentors.

Serious incidents need to be reported to the bursary manager Student will be advised of outcome of consultation Action/matter/issue will be escalated depending on urgency and seriousness.

Time line

Time line and Prompts? Providing timely information about forthcoming choices and decisions (e.g., key dates). Providing ‘attention getting’ cues and prompts for timely completion of tasks (e.g., have you done....? By now you should have....if you haven’t we encourage you to.....) Offering task/time relevant or appropriate help (e.g., If you would like to talk to someone about........then....) Legitimising and normalising concerns and giving permission to seek help (e.g., It’s common around this time for students to be feeling......) Building self-efficacy by offering assurance, encouragement and hope

Introspection and accountability Getting back into the groove Time line December-January February March April-May June July Semester 2 Weeks -7 to -5 Weeks -2 to -1 Orientation Week Weeks 1 to 4 Weeks 5 to 12 Weeks 13 to exams Semester   Break Key stages Clarifying & Choosing Preparing Orientation Plan of action The new normal Keeping it going Introspection and accountability Getting back into the groove Comment Students receive their offers or readmission confirmation Students finalise their registration and start getting ready for university Students start to clarify what is expected by the university Students consider-if university is for them? Students adjust to university life- they have tests and assignments as well as attend lectures regularly. Students navigate the pressure of end-of semester. Students receive their Semester 1 results and ‘re-orient to university life’ Students return to university Can they do this?

Introspection and accountability Getting back into the groove What services, resources, interventions, activities or systems can you ACCESS? Time line December-January February March April-May June July Semester 2 Weeks -7 to -5 Weeks -2 to -1 Orientation Week Weeks 1 to 4 Weeks 5 to 12 Weeks 13 to exams Semester   Break Key stages Clarifying & Choosing Preparing Orientation Plan of action The new normal Keeping it going Introspection and accountability Getting back into the groove For all students  On line resources  Peer mentors  Student Health Counselling  Tutors   Peer mentors Student to meet with course convener/ lecturer The Writing Centre For students who are/may be ‘at risk?   Tutors Student Health Counselling   Student to meet with course convener/ lecturer Student to meet with course convener/ lecturer  Tutors

Traits for success at university Balance your commitments Attend classes regularly Make time to study Interact with the group Have a reason to be here Engage online Set up your resources Ask for help Overcome challenges Have a plan/ set goals.

· Yellow= is concerning, at risk KEY · Green = no concerns · Yellow= is concerning, at risk · Red = highly concerning, very at risk  

· Red Students Support Plans are implemented for all students who receive a status classification of Red. The plan will be established by the student with the oversight and assistance of the bursary Manager. · Results Required: student will determine their plan and sign a contract document, committing to a specific and defined plan Options: Meet with course convener/lecturer to discuss academic challenge and create a plan for change Meet with the Writing Centre for research, writing or exam assistance Meet regularly with a tutor Consistent work with a Mentor Monthly progress accountability with the Bursary Manger · Well-Being Meet regularly with Student Health Counselling Meet regularly with an outside counsellor Consistent progress accountability with the Bursary Manger

· Yellow Students A support plan may be implemented for Scholars who receive a status classification of Yellow, as needed. If it is determined that a Support Plan is beneficial, the plan will be established by the student with the oversight and assistance of the Bursary Manger. · Results Options: Meet with course convener/lecturer to discuss academic challenge and create a plan for change Meet with the Writing Centre for research, writing or exam assistance Utilize on-line resources provided through the University website Meet with a tutor Work with a Mentor or Buddy student Periodic follow up conversations with the Bursary Manger · Well-Being Meet with Student Health Counselling Meet with an outside counsellor

At Risk Report

Conditioned student Contract   I _________________ (full name) ____________________ clearly understand that I require to make the average _______ required by the Program to continue my studies in the career of________________________________________________. To achieve this, I commit to: A) Have the emotional support required through the following actions: B) Have the necessary tools to manage my own stress through the following actions: C) Limit extracurricular activities with the following actions: D) Attend meetings with the Bursary Manager agreed as follows: (E) Other specific commitments: In case of not complying with the above, without exception, I understand and accept my exit of the Program as of _____________________________ (Date agreed). Signature: ____________________________________________

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