Ariella Panek
Dean of Students at County College of Morris
Wednesday, May 8, 2024, 2:00 PM (ET) | 11:00 AM (PT)
Community college students often struggle with more complex difficulties (e.g., first-generation student status, mental health concerns) than traditional four-year students; however, student well-being is not often discussed when evaluating attrition within a community college environment.
This webinar will provide strategies to help community college leaders support student success amidst the constant change and difficulties students continue to face.
We will discuss a study that explores well-being and retention among community college students. We will review well-being models to understand the multidimensional difficulties that can impact students’ well-being and how these can influence a community college’s retention, persistence, and attrition. Additionally, we will explore how to support students’ well-being using a multi-disciplinary approach and share recommendations to help educators initiate a holistic concept of well-being within their campus environment.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this webinar:
- Explain what community college student well-being is and what it can look like.
- Describe how well-being factors may influence the trajectory of a student’s educational journey.
- Identify proactive holistic strategies that will help students achieve their educational goals.
Presenters
Ariella holds a doctorate in Educational Leadership and is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of New Jersey. She has been working in the field of higher education for over 15 years and has 18 years of experience in the mental health field. Her work in higher education and extensive training in mental health affords her a unique, holistic perspective that informs her student-centered views of leadership.
Ariella is the Dean of Students at County College of Morris where she strives to create an inclusive environment for all. She believes that strength-based holistic support is essential for students to attain their educational and personal goals. Ariella is passionate about creating an environment that provides comprehensive student support that addresses both their academic and nonacademic concerns. Her hope is that holistic campus collaboration will help students gain the support they need throughout their educational journey so that they can thrive during their college experience.
