Inside Higher Ed
Orientation for the Adult Learner
By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf (featuring Dr. Viar)
Institutions are trying to figure out how to introduce a growing population of older students to their campuses.
Most of the undergraduates headed for or returning to college this year will be inundated with welcome week and orientation events designed to connect them with classmates, help them find extracurricular activities and clubs, and make them feel at home on campus.