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Thriving, Not Just Surviving: Strategies for Student Retention at Colleges & Universities

by Office of Community Culture

Workshop

Back to Carroll University Ethos Symposium

Wed, Mar 19, 2025

1:20 PM – 2:20 PM CDT (GMT-5)

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Oak Room

101 N. East Avenue, Waukesha, Wisconsin 53186, United States

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This interactive workshop explores effective strategies for supporting Black student retention at institutions where they are underrepresented. Led by a once first-generation, low-income Black woman who has navigated similar challenges, the session will provide practical strategies for fostering belonging, academic success, and institutional support. Participants will engage in meaningful discussions, role-playing scenarios, and action planning to enhance retention efforts on their campus.

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JohnRae Stower

Associate Director of Student Support Services in the Educational Opportunity Program

Marquette University

Described by most as down-to-earth, humble, and fun-loving - JohnRae’ Stowers grew up in Milwaukee, WI and has built a life as Wife, Mother, Educator, Entrepreneur, Author, Philanthropist, Connector, and Influencer. 



Over the past 20+ years, JohnRae’ has dedicated her professional career to preparing future leaders for college and beyond by helping them recognize their strengths to achieve their goals. Currently, JohnRae’ Stowers fulfills her passion to empower students through her role at Marquette University where she serves as Associate Director of the Educational Opportunity Program – Student Support Services (EOP – SSS), an academic program that has assisted over 2,000 first-generation college students and students from low-income families in obtaining a college education. 


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