Student Success Update
NSM Fall 2024 Update
Enrollment Overview
The Fall 2024 semester begins on August 19, and students, staff, and faculty are gearing up for a great semester. NSM’s undergraduate headcount is up by 4.71% with over 5,200 students enrolled where 1,459 are new FTICs and transfer students. Also, the NSM undergraduate SCH is up by 4.05% compared to Fall 2023. Enrollment and SCH numbers are above those recorded pre-pandemic. The College goal is to increase undergraduate headcount and SCH by 2-3% annually, which has been achieved for Fall 2023 and 2024; however, the Office of First Year Programs and the NSM Undergraduate Advising Center continue to reach out to over 100 new students who attended orientation but have not enrolled as well as to students who were enrolled in the Spring 2024 but have not enrolled for Fall 2024.
Fall 2024 Syllabus Language
The updated syllabus language document for academic year 2024–2025 includes all required and recommended optional information. Texas law requires posting of the syllabus so that students are aware of the course policies. Review your course policies to ensure they are supportive of an inclusive learning environment. Consider having your department curriculum committee, if applicable, review your syllabus to provide feedback on your course policies. Your syllabus should be posted in PeopleSoft as well as in Canvas/Teams if you will be using these platforms. Consider using the NSM syllabus template which includes the updated syllabus language. This document is in the Resources section of the NSM website. Also, you will need to upload your CV in your Faculty Center.
Managing Disruptive Behavior in the Classroom Workshop - Aug 16
The Dean of Students and UH General Counsel are offering a workshop on “Managing Disruptive Behavior in the Classroom & Beyond” in August. If you would like advice or a better understanding of how the Dean of Students Office assists with managing difficult and challenging student cases or what legal advice our General Counsel’s Office has for faculty in these situations, consider attending the remaining session.
- Aug 16 (Fri), 10 am - Virtual session (Register Here)
Office of First Year Program (OFYP) Updates
Volunteer Opportunity Supporting Student Success
The OFYP is creating a team comprised of faculty and staff to enhance the recruitment and outreach experiences for the College. Known as NSM-ROVERs (NSM Recruitment, Outreach, and Visit Experiences Representatives), these persons volunteer to connect with prospective students and their supporters by facilitating activities, such as offering brief information sessions, highlighting a laboratory, hosting an information table, and/or mingling with prospective students during recruitment and outreach events.
NSM Peer Mentorship Program
The OFYP received 152 applications from newly admitted students to participate in the Peer Mentorship Program where over 50 NSM Student Leaders will work with incoming freshmen to help them navigate their first year at UH.
Recruitment
The OFYP with the Office of Admissions co-hosted 20 Katy ISD College and Career Facilitators on July 24. The OFYP provided information about the College and a tour of NSM facilities.