In higher ed, we’ve realized that student needs are not one-size-fits-all. And our success initiatives must follow suit, requiring dynamic approaches tailored to individual needs. Using comprehensive capabilities and data-driven insights from Watermark Student Success & Engagement (SS&E), Amarillo College has been able to connect students with unique resources. This includes support services that provide students with a sense of belonging, empowering them to navigate challenges with confidence. In this webinar, Amarillo College shares innovative strategies to help institutions like yours boost student outcomes and overall retention rates. You’ll learn how Amarillo uses SS&E to: This presentation is a recording from Watermark Engage 2024. Adam Aguayo is a Success Coach at Amarillo College. He received his Bachelor’s of Criminal Justice from West Texas A&M University and spent a decade working with survivors of abuse. As a success coach, Adam specializes in guiding college students through their academic and personal challenges.
About the speakers
Pamela Madden is the Director of Retention at Amarillo College. She received her Master's of Education, Instructional Design & Technology from West Texas A&M University. Pam has been with Amarillo College for 13 years and is the Watermark System Administrator for SS&E and CES systems.
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