Monday, April 23, 2012: 9:15 AM-10:15 AM
Crystal Ballroom-Salon F (Orlando World Center Marriott)
Program Description: How do we help students make the transition to college and master the basic skills needed to advance to a degree? National experts will share research on three common approaches-–college readiness partnerships, summer bridge programs, and learning communities-–followed by a discussion of where best to invest scarce college resources.
Key Contact and Panelist:
Elisabeth Barnett, Senior Research Associate, Teachers College, Columbia University, NY
Panelists:
Mary Visher, Senior Associate, MDRC, CA
Christine McPhail, Director and Professor, Morgan State University, NY
Tamara Clunis, Dean of Academic Success, Amarillo College, TX
