The eQuad: A Next-Generation eAdvising Tool to Build Community and Retain Students

Authors

  • Leora Waldner Troy University
  • Dayna McDaniel Troy University
  • Tammy Esteves Troy University
  • Terry Anderson Troy University

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.26209/mj1461315

Keywords:

build, community, eAdvising, eQuad, retain, students, tool

Abstract

No Abstract Provided.

Author Biographies

Leora Waldner, Troy University

Leora Waldner is an associate professor at Troy University's Atlanta, Georgia, site. She can be reached at lwaldner@troy.edu.

Dayna McDaniel, Troy University

Dayna McDaniel is a lecturer at Troy University's Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, site. She can be reached at dmcdaniel@troy.edu.

Tammy Esteves, Troy University

Tammy Esteves is an assistant professor at Troy University's Ft Lewis, Washington, site. She can be reached at tlesteves@troy.edu.

Terry Anderson, Troy University

Terry Anderson is an associate professor at Troy University's Pensacola, Florida, site. She can be reached at tanderson@troy.edu.

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