Clayton State University Academic Success. Made Real. 1

Operation Study is a university-wide initiative designed to re-invent the academic experience by establishing a campus culture that expects and supports high motivation and academic achievement of Clayton State students. 2

Background  Group/Organization Housing discussions  Components of sophomore year experience  Conventional first-year experience  Conventional extra-curricular programs  CSU 1022 instructor feedback  Need for development of study skills  Student leader/officer achievement Challenges and Realities  Freshman GPA average (academic year)  Mid-term grades (40% have at least one D or F)  Fraternity/sorority GPA averages  Student leader GPA averages  61% freshman first to second year retention rate (Fall 2009 cohort)  Graduation rate  Campus perceptions 3

The overall purpose of Operation Study is to positively impact student retention and persistence toward degree completion. 4

 Define “college-level studying,” and teach students effective study strategies.  Establish “studying” as a campus-wide expectation by all faculty, staff, and students.  Identify incentives that increase classroom performance and encourage studying.  Partner with campus academic support services to promote effective study habits and strategies.  Incorporate “study efforts” with other University retention initiatives. 5

 Presentations to various campus administration, faculty, staff, and student groups.  Website, Laker Lines, and  Posters, Flyers, and Information Tables  Social Media – Facebook and Twitter FacebookTwitterFacebookTwitter  New Student Orientation  Faculty Syllabi  Welcome Week activities 6 Click to Friend Loch Study!

HAPPENING NOW IN PROGRESS  Workshops for Academic Success  Late-night Study Sessions  Tutoring Blitz  Spring Picnic  Study session by the lake!  “Study Bucks”  Gift cards for bookstore  Incentive program for attending Operation Study events  Social Media Outreach  Collaboration with Student Organizations 7

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