Panelists
Jose Gonzalez – Kaplan Scholar
Kevin Dillon – HEAT Recipient
Jerica Isaroon – Honors Student
Moderator
Dr. Asrat Amnie, Assistant Professor, Education Department
The purpose of this student panel is to provide a forum for students to share their perspectives and experiences, as well as to foster dialogue and understanding among students, staff, and faculty about the importance of inclusion and belonging and how these factors affect retention. The student panel will discuss topics such as: meeting students where they are; how to support their academic needs; effective tools, resources, and other types of assistance; a sense of community and belonging; student life and involvement opportunities; and faculty support and understanding.