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How to build a dynamic student enrollment plan

How to Build a Dynamic Student Enrollment Plan That Thrives Amid Change

Strategic flexibility can make the difference between hitting enrollment targets and falling short. Institutions can take several steps to continuously refine their strategies.

January 29, 2025

4 min read

Craig Cornell

Western Connecticut State University’s Strategic Enrollment Success- Leveraging TargetX and Othot

Western Connecticut State University’s Strategic Enrollment Success: Leveraging TargetX and Othot

The strategic combination of Liaison's AI and CRM tools enabled WCSU to successfully identify areas of opportunity for more effective recruitment initiatives.

January 17, 2025

5 min read

Liaison

Moving Beyond New Year’s Resolutions to Embrace a Multi-Year Enrollment Strategy

Moving Beyond New Year’s Resolutions to Embrace a Multi-Year Enrollment Strategy

Enrollment managers need to develop a wider multi-year strategy that includes tools with the ability to enable deeper, more highly data-informed fine tuning throughout any given cycle.

January 17, 2025

4 min read

Craig Cornell

How to Recruit Undergraduate Students Who Persist

How to Recruit Undergraduate Students Who Persist

Creating detailed student personas—representations of ideal applicants based on real data—lets institutions tailor their outreach with pinpoint accuracy.

January 2, 2025

4 min read

Liaison

The Evolution of the traditional Admissions Funnel

The Evolution of the Traditional Admissions Funnel: Adapting to a New Era

The modern admissions funnel is a dynamic, digital, and personalized journey.

December 30, 2024

4 min read

Mondy Brewer

Demystifying AI- A Guide to AI Literacy in Higher Education Enrollment Management

Demystifying AI: A Guide to AI Literacy in Higher Education Enrollment Management

AI literacy is the ability to understand, evaluate, and responsibly use AI technologies.

December 20, 2024

4 min read

Liaison

Transforming Student Engagement- How AI Is Personalizing the Community College Experience

Transforming Student Engagement: How AI Is Personalizing the Community College Experience

By analyzing individual data points, AI lets colleges transcend generic guidance, crafting a supportive and personalized environment that aligns with each student’s distinct journey.

December 12, 2024

4 min read

Jeremy Schaeffer

Higher Education Budgeting Best Practices- A Guide for Enrollment Leaders

Higher Education Budgeting Best Practices: A Guide for Enrollment Leaders

Institutional leaders should revisit projections frequently to adapt to changing circumstances—whether due to shifting market demands, enrollment trends, or goals.

December 12, 2024

4 min read

Steve Taylor

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AI Literacy in Higher Education: A Quick Guide (Infographic)

As AI continues to reshape higher education, institutions must prioritize AI literacy as part of their strategic vision.

December 12, 2024

4 min read

Liaison

From Spreadsheets to Strategy- Why a CRM is Essential for Community College Recruitment

From Spreadsheets to Strategy: Why a CRM is Essential for Community College Recruitment

CRMs facilitate comprehensive data collection, which is particularly valuable for community colleges where “stealth applicants”—students who apply without prior engagement—are common.

December 11, 2024

4 min read

Jeremy Schaeffer

Top 4 Data-Driven Enrollment Management Strategies for 2025 and Beyond_Top 4 Data-Driven Enrollment Management Strategies for 2025 and Beyond

Top 4 Data-Driven Enrollment Management Strategies for 2025 and Beyond

AI’s predictive capabilities enable institutions to shift from merely leveraging data to fully optimizing resources and engagement strategies.

December 11, 2024

4 min read

Liaison

Avoiding Marketing Pitfalls Pt. 2—Putting Performance Over Preference

Avoiding Marketing Pitfalls Pt. 2—Putting Performance Over Preference

Rather than depending on broad, catch-all tactics, consider segmenting and microtargeting campaigns based on granular audience insights.

December 11, 2024

4 min read

Jess Lanning