Orienting returning adult students

Abstract

Orientation programs and activities for returning adult students must begin at the time of admission, continue during the first few days on campus, and progress through the entire year.

Returning women on campus: Higher education takes notice

“…T h e Second Wind program at the University of Maryland is one of the oldest programs for returning women (Greenfeig and Goldberg, 1984). Initiated in 1976, i t provides a low-cost, student-operated program of peer support, counseling, and advising.…”

“…The University of Maryland has been offering a one-credit course for returning adult students since 1974 (Greenfeig and Goldberg, 1984). It is taught by a professional counselor and includes assistance in choosing a major, academic advising, career planning, and vocational testing.…”