Dual Connections June 26, 2019 Melissa Young, Dual Enrollment Coordinator Kristin Williams, Director of Admissions/Recruitment Tammy Bailey, School Counselor

Context Quick Facts Columbus State serves around 8000 students with 300 dual enrolled 49% minority 50%+ Pell Eligible

Context Quick Facts Harris County serves around 1700 students only high school in their county 35% economically disadvantaged 29 % minority

Origins Beginnings of DE Obstacles Honors College Early College Pacelli Harris County Obstacles transportation credentials processes Poll Everywhere

Best Practices Establishing roles Open Communication collaboration on the University campus between enrollment management & academic affairs POC at the high school Open Communication shared workspace email/text Building Relationships frequent check-ins

Strategies Support at the High School checklists guidance meetings follow-up Support through the admission process dedicated admission specialist Support during the semester intentional advising dedicated academic advisor administrative oversight

Discussion in small groups Pain Points Discussion in small groups

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