Faculty and Staff Mentoring: A Model for Improving Student Retention and Service.

Miller, Thomas E.; Brickman, Susan B.

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Publication Date: 1982

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Faculty and Staff Mentoring: A Model for Improving Student Retention and Service.

Miller, Thomas E.; Brickman, Susan B.

NASPA Journal, v19 n3 p23-27 Win 1982

Describes the mentoring program at Canisius College, New York. Program evaluation showed it had a positive impact on the retention and academic performance of freshmen and provided an opportunity to demonstrate the college's concern for students. Both faculty and students reported benefits from the program. (JAC)

Descriptors: College Freshmen, Higher Education, Mentors, Modeling (Psychology), Program Descriptions, Program Evaluation, School Holding Power, Student Adjustment, Student Attrition, Student College Relationship, Student Improvement, Student Teacher Relationship, Teacher Influence

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Language: English

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