Inclusion of students and other stakeholders on a variety of
committees, low student-faculty ratios, and an open-door
policy for access to faculty and staff increase engagement.
For example, student, alumni, and employer representation
on NCON’s Curriculum Committee is ongoing and
continually solicited. Broad committee representation helps
programs evolve to meet and exceed changing needs. Committee
representation also demonstrates faculty commitment
to student development and respect for student opinions
and ideas. Low faculty-to-student ratios allow for a higher
level of student/faculty interaction, both in and out of the
classroom, leading to increased engagement and improved
understanding of student expectations. Graduate and undergraduate
students have an individual faculty advisor with
whom they can discuss issues, and all students must meet
with an advisor to receive their registration permission.