Page 15 - CNM Annual Report 2015-16

FACTORS THAT HAVE HELPED STUDENT SUCCESS
Creation of More Speci c Associate Degrees that Transfer to Universities
CNM has debuted more associate degrees in speci c areas of study to accommodate students with speci c interests. In recent years, CNM has created associate degrees in elds like Psychology, Pre-Law, Physics, Chemistry and Geography, that didn’t exist before. Providing more speci c associate degree options helps to better engage students interested in those speci c elds. The degrees are also designed to transfer to universities.
More Associate Degrees Transferrable to Universities
In 2011, CNM had 11 student transfer agreements. Today, CNM has 46 student transfer agreements with 10 di erent four-year institutions, including the University of New Mexico, New Mexico State University, New Mexico Highlands University, Eastern New Mexico University and Western New Mexico University. The 46 transfer agreements provide transfer pathways for 87 associate degree programs at CNM.
CNM Eliminated Late Enrollment, Which Has Had Positive E ects
Three years ago, CNM eliminated late enrollment. Now, students have to be enrolled in classes by the rst day the class meets. Previously, students could enroll and begin a class up to six business days after a class had started. CNM studies showed that students enrolling late in classes did not perform as well as students who were in the class from the rst day.
Early Noti cation Program
CNM has instituted an early noti cation program called “Faculty Feedback.” When faculty members notice that a student is struggling, there is a system in place for faculty to connect students with college services and resources that can help the student get back on track and get the support they need to persevere and graduate.