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

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

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

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

5. 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
/text
Building Relationships
frequent check-ins

6. 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

7. Discussion in small groups
Pain Points
Discussion in small groups

8. Questions?