Am I a Loser?

I begin my quest to find the first year (of college) and myself. Working in the first year at a public institution in a state that has largely withdrawn public funding for higher education means supporting retention (in other words, helping students return for a second year). At schools like mine, which truly serve a diverse group of students, approximately one in four students will leave the institution without returning for a second year. So, I begin my quest while exploring the ins and outs of retention and how working in a job built around retention has made me feel like a loser! Want to follow along for professional learning? Access the Finding Your First Year packet and follow along with your team or as an individual.