Student Navigator and Retention Services

OFTC has professional staff members called “Retention Specialists” to help students navigate the college system, choose coherent programs of study, and receive necessary support services. Retention Specialists work with faculty and students to increase student success and provide students with the support and skills needed to become successful college students.

Retention Services staff can:

Provide referrals for difficulty with class work
Provide referrals for financial resources to help pay for college
Talk with students about attendance issues and withdrawals
Help students develop a Time Management Plan
Help students develop an Academic Success Plan
Help students use and understand DegreeWorks