THE TRANSITION FROM HIGH SCHOOL TO UNIVERSITY: HOW TO SUPPORT NEW STUDENTS AND HELP THEM SUCCEED

To whom: Staff members, particularly those involved in student support (study advisors, admissions officers, staff working in student services, tutoring, or academic counselling)
When: December 9th, 2025 – 14:00 to 15:00 (CET), 15:00–16:00 (EET)  
Where: Online
Registration link: https://enquete.univ-reims.fr/limesurvey/index.php/349368?lang=en

Supporting the transition from high school to university is a key challenge for higher education institutions. This webinar will present good practices and foster exchange between staff from different partner universities.

Part 1 (25 min): Presentation of URCA’s initiatives to support future and new students, aiming to ease their integration and improve their chances of success.

Part 2 (35 min): Interactive discussion between participants to share experiences, collect new ideas, and identify possible improvements in supporting first-year students.

Speakers: Our Department of Studies and Student Life
•    Maxime Donck
•    Mélanie Hoffert
•    Manssor Bane
•    Camille Bouley

Organizing HEI: University of Reims Champagne-Ardenne (URCA)
Responsible person: mathilde.regnault@univ-reims.fr