How can faculty and staff create learning environments and everyday interactions that help students persist and succeed? This session explores the characteristics of today's community college students at Midlands Technical College, the common barriers they encounter, and evidence-based strategies that promote student success and retention through a culture of caring. Participants will examine approaches for recognizing student needs, communicating clearly, connecting students to campus resources, and creating supportive learning experiences that foster engagement and persistence. Participants will leave with practical strategies and campus resources they can use immediately to strengthen student success and retention in their daily work.

This training will take place in the CTE Office (Morris Hall 141 Airport Campus)