Student Affairs in Higher Education virtual info session, Oct 4: Marquette Today
Join Marquetter University’s Students Affairs in Higher Education master’s program for a virtual information session on 4th October, Tuesday, from 7:30 pm to 8:30 pm via Microsoft Teams.
The program poses a great opportunity to meet with the program’s director, graduate admissions counselor, and current students to discuss highlights, curriculum, and the application process.
Register here to receive the access link.
To know more: https://today.marquette.edu/2022/09/join-student-affairs-in-higher-education-for-a-virtual-info-session/
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To know more - https://www.highereddive.com/press-release/20220921-new-survey-reveals-top-3-barriers-to-on-time-college-completion/
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