Student Success
We say it in our mission statement: we 鈥渉elp individuals question critically, think logically, reason effectively, communicate clearly, act creatively, and live ethically.鈥 There is no goal more important to our university than educating our students and launching them into productive, fulfilling lives. That happens in every school, college, campus, and department. That focus is also reflected in our numbers. Our retention rate for first-year students is well above the national average. And at the other end of their academic journey, we've seen big gains in graduation rates over the past decade.
Such successful outcomes begin with strong undergraduate education and coordinated support. Multiple levels of engaged advisors are invested in guiding our students on pathways to success. Specialized advising programs, including support for international and multicultural scholars support students鈥 unique experiences and learning. Extending their networks beyond the campus, we also encourage students to establish mentoring relationships with professionals who work in their areas of career interest.
Preparing future stewards for sovereign nations, our new Home Flight Scholars Program provides resources and financial assistance to undergraduate 杏吧原版 residents who are enrolled as members of a federally recognized tribe. For more than a decade, the Pathway杏吧原版 program has ensured that academically qualified, Federal Pell Grant鈥揺ligible 杏吧原版ians receive full financial and wrap-around personal support. We鈥檙e also committed to the lifelong well-being of our students, creating opportunities for Ducks to flourish their entire lives. Nobody sums up the lifelong endeavor better than the UO Alumni Association when they say, 鈥淥nce a Duck, Always a Duck.鈥
Stories of Impact
Recent Pathway杏吧原版 graduates share how the advising and scholarship program changed their lives
Tykeson Halls serves as a destination for students seeking support for academic and career pursuits
Brandy N膩lani McDougall, a 2001 creative writing graduate, will serve a three-year term
The program assists students with building professional and research skills, and developing connections for future careers
Featured Student Success Champions
Kimberly Johnson
Kris Winter
Marcus Langford
Ron Bramhall
Hiroe Sorter
Jesse Nelson
Amy Hughes Giard
Grant Schoonover
Kevin Hatfield
Paul Timmins
Jim Brooks
Lee Rumbarger
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