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Bigger and Better: Why You Need a Flagship Co-Curricular Program
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Taking a Holistic Approach
A 2016 survey conducted by the National Association of Colleges and Employers showed that being involved in extracurricular activities had more influence on hiring decisions than a student's GPA. Research by Gallup also shows that students involved in extracurricular activities are 60% more likely to feel prepared for life after college. If you believe this data to be true, then why doesn't your university have a flagship co-curricular program? Yes, you have co-curricular workshops and events but why aren't they part of something bigger and better?
What Will You Learn in This eBook?
- A 2016 survey conducted by the National Association of Colleges and Employers showed that being involved in extracurricular activities had more influence on hiring decisions than a student’s GPA.
- Research by Gallup also shows that students involved in extracurricular activities are 60% more likely to feel prepared for life after college.
- Co-curricular programs allow you to add social dynamics that cannot be realized inside the classroom.