"Community as a Retention Tool" was presented by Jamie Kidder and Dr. Kevin Kirk of Community Care College and builds on the concepts of community discussed in the series’ first session, "Integrating New Students Into the Community." During "Community as a Retention Tool," Jamie and Kevin discuss: Creating a community that creates a well-rounded and balanced scholar Maintaining the community The impact of OUR community on THE community

1. The Campus Community Life Cycle: From Admissions to Alumni Presented by the Imagine America Foundation and ED MAP, Inc. Session 2: Community as a Retention Tool April 20, 2010

11. Creating the Connection

12. Maintaining the Connection

14. The Buy-In

18. What Are We Buying Into?

21. What Impact Do They Have?

23. Questions & Answers

28. Thank You for Joining Us Today! We hope to see you May 25, 2010 at 2 pm ET for “ Maintaining Community After Graduation: Benefits to the Institution”