For Faculty & Staff
Second Year Experience Advisory Committee
The Second Year Experience Advisory Committee is a small working group comprised of faculty and staff members from across the University. This group provides a place to learn about best practices, helps in identifies university-wide concerns, and creates targeted initiatives to improve the retention of and opportunities for second-year students. Contact Zachary Davidson for more information at zdavidson@brockport.edu.
For Families
A students second year is both an exciting and challenging time as many have left behind the first year jitters, but may not have found their rhythm at Brockport. At this point students have a better sense of what college is about, and it is sophomore year when students typically feel they can take more ownership in creating their own experience.
It may also be a time when students experience the “sophomore slump”. After the excitement of the first year has worn off, the reality, routine, and pressures of college set in. Students may feel anxious about major and career decisions, struggle with motivation, multitasking or a feeling of belonging.
So what can you do? Stay positive, let your student know that this is a normal feeling/experience for many students navigating their college journey. Just knowing they are not alone may help.
- Refer them to the Second Year Experience Coordinator who is available as a resource and advocate for your student.
- Encourage your student to seek out campus resources or supports that may help them make progress on their academic journey including the Academic Success Center, Career Design Center or their Advisor. Talking with someone who can offer assistance, guidance and answers can help them work through their struggles.
- Offer suggestions on ways to get involved on campus. Being active and meeting new people can help get students back on track. Have them look at all the events and activities Brockport has to offer, there is something for everyone!
- Most importantly, listen. Your student is developing their own voice and sense of life purpose and sometimes just need a supportive outlet!