S3 - E17 - Dr. Amber Williams - New Vol Experience (Engagement)
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S3 - E17 - Dr. Amber Williams - New Vol Experience (Engagement)
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In this episode, we explore the New Vol Experience at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, an innovative approach to supporting first-year student transition and success. This program guides new students through a multi-phase onboarding journey, from online orientation and academic advising to the six-week Big Orange Welcome experience and a first-year success course. The conversation highlights how extending welcome programming beyond a traditional orientation week helps students build connections, discover campus resources, and develop a strong sense of belonging. With more than 600 events coordinated across campus and impressive student outcomes, the New Vol Experience demonstrates how intentional, sustained engagement can transform the first-year transition and set students up for long-term success.