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Inquiries were on the rise and teams were overwhelmed with emails and phone calls. So Bakersfield College implemented Ocelot’s engagement platform to help them create excellent student experiences. The results speak for themselves: ?? Answered over 424,237 questions to date via virtual assistant,?saving $2,216,638?in resources? ? Saved?587 weeks?of staff time? ?? Reduced inbound emails?and phone calls by 30%? ???? Re-enrolled 3,000 students,?recovering millions?of dollars in tuition with just one texting campaign Read the full case study here: https://hubs.li/Q02PwFMk0

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Reflecting on your enrollment process? Every student’s journey to and through higher ed is unique, but there are some common pitfalls that contribute to a drop off in enrollment. We’ve rounded up the 5 strategies you need to know to help students overcome the most common enrollment pitfalls. Download your free copy here: https://hubs.li/Q02PwcK40

How did St. Petersburg College tackle two of the biggest challenges in higher education today: enrollment and retention? They did it all with the help of someone (or something) called Pete… Find out more: https://hubs.li/Q02NDPmT0

???? Happy Labor Day ???? Celebrating the hard work, dedication and innovation that’s shaped our community. Wishing you all a well-deserved break - let’s continue to build a brighter future together ??

There are just two days left to support our Back-to-School Drive! Help give under-resourced students the best start to the new school year by donating in your preferred location: ?? San Francisco Bay Area through Family Giving Tree: https://lnkd.in/g-unJ6Eb ?? New York City via the The Child Center of NY: https://lnkd.in/gu_fEwfj ??Your own zip code: https://lnkd.in/g-Cr8fBW

Who better than Ocelot CEO, Anthony Rotoli, to sum up how AI is transforming the landscape of higher ed and student engagement. ?? Here are the highlights from Anthony’s recent Q&A with Campus Technology: Q: What is the connected campus, and how does it impact student communication and access to essential information? A:?The connected campus aims to provide a seamless, technology-driven experience for students throughout their academic journey. By breaking down silos between various campus systems, institutions can offer a unified platform for accessing crucial data from enrollment to graduation. According to a?study, 85% of CIOs believe that connected campuses are vital for enrollment and retention, underscoring the importance of a cohesive student experience. Q: What challenges do institutions face in delivering information to students effectively? A:?Persistent data silos pose a significant hurdle for higher education institutions. Breaking these silos is considered a top challenge by?80% of CIOs, impacting engagement, communication, and data accessibility. Budget constraints further complicate the issue, with 63% of CIOs citing budget limitations as a key barrier to effective communication strategies. Leveraging outdated communication methods like emails proves less effective, with only a 20% open rate compared to a 98% open rate for text messages. Q: What are the consequences when students can’t access vital information? A:?Inaccurate or inaccessible information can have profound consequences on students’ academic journeys. Missing critical deadlines, such as financial aid or enrollment deadlines, can significantly impact student retention. One institution’s proactive approach using text messages led to a 50% immediate response rate, demonstrating the importance of timely communication. AI-powered solutions can help institutions anticipate and address students’ needs effectively, offering personalized support and guiding students through challenges.

Join us in the nationwide Back-to-School Drive, leveling the playing field for under-resourced students. With the growing socioeconomic divide, many families struggle to provide the supplies needed for their children to succeed in school. As classrooms start to prepare for the new school year, we can make a difference by giving to students in need. Help kids in your location of choice: ?? San Francisco Bay Area through Family Giving Tree: https://lnkd.in/g-unJ6Eb ?? New York City via the The Child Center of NY: https://lnkd.in/gu_fEwfj ??Your own zip code: https://lnkd.in/g-Cr8fBW Thank you for your support! ??

Worried about Summer Melt? Discover how to put Summer Melt on ice in our Best Practices article, including: ?? What Causes Summer Melt? ??? The Impact of an Optimized Communication Strategy ?? Empowering Future Students to Get Ahead of Summer Melt Read the full article: https://hubs.li/Q02M5R-m0

?? Did you know Ocelot One connects with Salesforce CRM? Colorado State University Global made the most of our Salesforce Connector to deliver a tailored student experience. Find out how: https://hubs.li/Q02M5P_q0