Online Student Success
Arkansas State University¹
Jonesboro, Arkansas
Enrollment Management and Global Outreach
Arkansas State University²
Jonesboro, Arkansas
Title
Career Preparedness: Discovering the Needs of Online Students Regarding Resources for Transition Out of College
Synopsis
This paper provides insight into Arkansas State University’s online career center and methods to broaden student opportunities. The opportunities include assistance to obtain both in-person and remote employment after graduating. Specific research will focus on students preparing for graduation and their meeting preference, career type, and level. This research aims to assist program growth and pave the way for other universities to provide career assistance for online students.
The research study explores strategies for the Online Career Center staff at Arkansas State University to support online students. The research will look at the effectiveness of the programs and improvements that are needed to support online students enrolled at A-State regarding all career needs.