In this episode of The Hidden Gem, host Maya Demishkevich speaks with Kaylan Gaines, Director of Recruitment and Engagement at Waukesha County Technical College, about the college's innovative approach to in-person registration events. Kaylan shares the story behind the creation of the "Admission Accomplished" event—a one-stop enrollment experience designed to simplify the registration process for students, streamline their journey, and ensure they receive the necessary support to start their college education confidently.

Key Takeaways:

• Addressing Challenges in Registration: Hear about how Waukesha County Technical College created a one-stop registration event to simplify the enrollment process and address common student challenges.
• Design and Execution of the Event: Learn how the event involves collaboration across departments, offering students comprehensive support from application to enrollment, all in one day.
• Significant Impact on Enrollment: Discover the impact of the "Admission Accomplished" event, which boosted attendance and now contributes to 25% of fall enrollments.
• Effective Marketing Strategies: Find out about the targeted marketing strategies—like email and text messaging—that successfully attract students to the event.
• Advice for Other Institutions: Get insights on how other colleges can streamline their registration process, reduce barriers, and create a more student-friendly experience.

Access the Admission Accomplished Checklist: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1v3Y-2ZXHyWXEh5ePFSuQS1_eQAvaidM6/view?usp=sharing

Guest Name: Kaylan Gaines, Director of Recruitment and Engagement, Waukesha County Technical College.

Guest Social: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaylan-gaines/

Guest Bio: Kaylan Gaines is a higher education professional with a decade of experience specializing in admissions & student recruitment. He currently is the Director of Recruitment & Engagement at Waukesha County Technical College located in southeastern Wisconsin where he develops and implements the recruitment strategy of the college's Enrollment Services unit and oversees recruitment operations and initiatives.

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