Maximizing Retention for At-Risk Freshmen: The Bronx Community College Model

This 10-page paper from Jason A. Finkelstein of Bronx Community College discusses the college's Coordinated Freshman Program, which was designed to improve retention of at-risk students. This paper focuses on the retention strategies that worked well for Bronx Community College. Successful strategies included listening to student needs, being proactive in program design, assessing the impact of programs, and helping students to feel that they are recognized and appreciated. This paper may be downloaded in PDF file format.