ACHE 2018 Concurrent Sessions
Smooth Sailing: Enhancing Drexel University’s Ed.D. student success with responsive innovations
Session Description
This session will engage attendees and discuss the structure, recruitment, and retention strategies of Drexel University’s Ed.D. part-time program. Understanding the needs of part-time, online and hybrid adult learners is critical in program development to support student success. Discussion will focus on continual program innovation and various ways the department has implemented creative practices, as well as the process of developing and launching new initiatives. In addition, attendees will engage with each other to share their best practices and collaboratively problem solve challenges faced by their institutions to foster an environment of discussion and networking.
Primary Presenter
Tina Marie Coolidge, M.S., M.S. , Drexel University
Brief Bio
Tina Marie Coolidge currently serves as a Program Manager II at the School of Education, Drexel University. Tina Marie has almost a decade of experience working in higher education with adult learners. Tina Marie has Master’s degrees in Higher Education and Human Resource Development and is currently writing her dissertation in pursuit of an Educational Doctorate degree. In addition, Tina Marie serves in a leadership role in ACHE as a member of the Board of Directors.
Presenter #2
Ms. Andrea Shaw, M.S., Drexel University
Brief Bio:
Andrea Shaw currently serves as an Academic Advisor at the School of Education, Drexel University. Andrea has over a decade of experience working in higher education with adult learners. Andrea has a Master’s degree in Higher Education. In addition, Andrea is currently pursuing her Educational Doctorate degree.
Presenter #3
Amanda Colburn, Drexel University
Brief Bio
Amanda Colburn currently serves as an Academic Advisor at the School of Education, Drexel University. Andrea has approximately five years working in higher education in graduate education. Amanda has a Master’s degree in Higher Education.