Program Purpose



Three institutions were investigated in order to obtain information regarding their current student retention program. These institutions included Ball State University, Ivy Tech Community College, and Indiana Wesleyan University. Each of these post-secondary institutions' programs are designed to encourage the successful retention of students through various program components.



Case Selection



These three insitutions were selected based upon our groups members' affiliation with the school. Each of the institutions had a diverse student population and mission to increase student retention. These selected institutions represent both two and four year schools that are both public and private. We chose these schools so that our program design could be applicable to the majority of two and four year institutions across the United States.

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Data Collection



​Data was collected through personal interviews and internet research. Most of this information was public knowledge and easily obtainable.

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Organizational/Management Features



Aspects of each program were explained in relation to its location, whom they served, goals of each program, and how they were organized and managed. 

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     Ball State University-

        1. Immersive Learning

        2. Fulfill the mission of the Strategic Plan, 2007-2012

​     Ivy Tech Community College-

        1. Administration specifically for monitoring student retention

        2. Support Services for high-risk students (mentors)

     Indiana Wesleyan University-

        1. The role that the Academic Administration and Operations’ unit

        2. Implementation of course UNV 111