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Abstract

Universities implement a variety of interventions to address student engagement and retention. This is especially true post-pandemic as faculty attempt to return to a pre-pandemic structure. Emerging adulthood aligns with the personal responsibility demanded of college students as well as changes in personal growth. In the current climate, stress has been shown to negatively impact executive functioning, the cognitive processes necessary for academic success. This essay describes an intervention encouraging student self-reflexivity around processes for engagement, academic success, and retention. Communication Fundamentals for College Success—a 5-week, two-credit workshop—was developed and delivered by the authors. Curriculum focused on time management, study skills, communication in the classroom, and accessing campus resources. This essay concludes with student testimonials culled from their “Assembling Your Toolkit” assignment.

Author ORCID Identifier

Jay Baglia: 0000-0002-9570-6676

Elissa Foster: 0000-0003-4177-5825

Kendra Knight: 0000-0002-9242-5350

Stephanie Grau: 0009-0002-0249-5513

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