Partner with us to Welcome Incoming Jaguars & Members of our Jaguar Family
Every year, the Office of New Student & Family Transitions at Augusta University welcomes
thousands of new students and their families to campus. We offer a variety of partnership
opportunities designed to connect you with these individuals, raise awareness of your
services, and integrate you into our comprehensive transition experience. As a partner,
you play a vital role in creating a positive and lasting first impression, helping
students and families feel welcomed and supported as they embark on their Augusta
University journey. We offer numerous opportunities for engagement throughout the
year, from orientation events to ongoing programs and communication channels. By collaborating
with us, you can help new Jaguars and their supporters transition smoothly into their
new academic and social environment, both on campus and in the city of Augusta.
How We Engage
The Office of New Student and Family Transitions at Augusta University provides a
comprehensive suite of programs to support incoming students and their families throughout
their journey at the university. Here's an overview of our engagement initiatives:
For Current Students (Leadership Focus):
- Student Leader Development: The office provides opportunities for current students to develop their leadership
skills through workshops, retreats, and involvement in student organizations. This empowers students to take an active role in shaping the campus community.
For Parents and Families:
- Parent & Family Orientation: This concurrent program runs alongside New Student Orientation, offering parents
and families valuable insights into university resources, policies, and ways to support
their students' success.
- Parent & Family Programming: Throughout the year, the office hosts various events and workshops designed to keep
parents and families informed and engaged with the university community.
- Parent & Family Weekend: This annual event provides a dedicated opportunity for families to visit campus, connect
with their students, and experience Augusta University firsthand.
- The Jaguar Family Hub: A comprehensive online portal dedicated to parent and family members, providing access
to resources, information, and updates about student life at Augusta University.
Campus-Wide Transition Support:
- The Office of New Student and Family Transitions also collaborates with other departments
and programs across campus to support various transition initiatives. This ensures
a cohesive and comprehensive approach to student success.
Our Impact at a Glance
4,100 Participants
Student, Parent, & Family participants in our New Student and Parent & Family Orientation
programs through the summer. |
460 Matches
Mentor and Mentee matches in the Jags4Jags Peer Mentorship Program.
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12,500 + Members
Current family members in the Jaguar Family Hub.
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20 + Community Partners
Local businesses and non-profits that we partner with to ensure students and parent
& family members are well connected on and off campus. |
98% Participation
We regurarly see high participation in all transition experiences (Online Welcome,
New Student Orientation, LEAP Week Extended Orientation) |
Over 90% Retention
Over 90% of student participants in our transition experiences continue on to their
second semester at Augusta University. |
* Facts and figures are accurate as of Fall 2024.
Ways to Engage
We believe that for a successful transition, it takes a village. How can you plug
in?
Orientation Tabling
Connect directly with new students and their families during high-traffic orientation
events by hosting an information table at Jaguar Junction, a central hub of activity.
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Orientation Lunch & Learns
Offer specialized presentations during orientation lunch breaks, providing in-depth
information about your services or resources tailored separately for students and
parents/families.
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Ad Space in the Jaguar 411
Reach new students directly with a targeted advertisement in the Jaguar 411, the essential
guidebook for incoming students.
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Content in the Jaguar Family Hub
Contribute valuable articles, tips, or announcements to the Jaguar Family Hub, the
online platform for parents and families to stay connected to Augusta University.
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Providing Merchandise and Print Materials
Increase visibility and leave a lasting impression by providing branded merchandise
or informative print materials for new student welcome bags or orientation events.
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Working with our Student Leaders
Collaborate with student organizations and leaders to reach new students through peer-to-peer
engagement activities, events, or mentorship programs.
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