What is Pima Connection? Pima Connection is a new advising tool that - PowerPoint PPT Presentation

What is Pima Connection? Pima Connection is a new advising tool that will revolutionize how Pima connects with our students. Pima Connection will be piloted in Fall 2017 and fully launched in Spring 2018. • Uses Hobson’s “Starfish” software • Will provide an easy way to raise concerns about students or to send kudos their way • Supports early intervention by advisors, counselors, faculty • Provides students with an easy way to reach out to their personal community of advisors and faculty • Supports a communication network so that various units in the College can be aware of and engaged in supporting students • Provides a simple way for students to make appointments with advisors or faculty during their office hours Slide 1

What are our Goals? • Short Term • Faculty/staff training Fall 2017 • Pilot mid-Fall 2017 • Increased participation in improved Early Alert process – More automated, Less manual • Increased advising/communication with students • Streamlined referrals to resources • Longer Term • Increased year-to-year persistence/retention • Increased certificate and degree completion • Improved cross-departmental notes system Slide 2

“FLAGS” WITH A NETWORK OF SUPPORT Student Affairs Advisor Attendance Concern Counselor In Danger of Failing Veteran’s Staff Low Quiz/Test Scores Financial Aid Staff Missing/Late Assignments Program Advisor Faculty • Anyone "connected" to the student can raise a flag and take action. • Faculty and staff can receive notification once flag is resolved • HELPFUL STARFISH VIDEOS GOAL – Quickly reach those who need help the most! ☺