Harnessing Faculty Collaboration for Graduate Enrollment Growth

Please provide a one-paragraph overview of the session.‎ (200 words or less): This session will explore the critical role of collaboration between GEM professionals and faculty in strengthening recruitment, admissions, and student success. By aligning enrollment strategies with academic priorities, institutions can attract higher-quality applicants, enhance program visibility, and improve yield. Ultimately, these partnerships can lead to healthier graduate enrollments, stronger program reputations, and improved outcomes for both students and institutions. Participants will hear and share practical examples for fostering strong connections with faculty that build trust and shared ownership of enrollment goals.

Session Agenda/Outline (200 words or less): 1. Welcome and Workshop Objectives – Framing the importance of GEM–faculty collaboration for institutional success.
2. The Case for Partnership – Exploring how enrollment strategies and academic priorities intersect to drive outcomes.
3. Faculty Perspectives – Understanding faculty priorities, concerns, and motivations in graduate enrollment.
4. Building Trust and Shared Ownership – Strategies for strengthening relationships and creating collaborative cultures.
5. Practical Models of Collaboration – Case studies and examples of effective GEM–faculty partnerships.
6. Interactive Discussion & Peer Sharing – Participants exchange experiences, challenges, and solutions.
7. Action Planning & Key Takeaways – Identifying next steps for fostering stronger GEM–faculty collaboration on campus.