GradesFirst is excited to introduce Conversations, the groundbreaking communications technology that will revolutionize the way you connect with students! Conversations facilitates personal interactions with your students leading to stronger relationships and increased retention rates. Assessment of your student support efforts will be streamlined in ways you’ve never imagined.
read more February 10th, 2012 by Josh
Today, Inside Higher Ed published a compelling article raising the question, “Should academic support services be mandatory?” They referenced a study from the Center for Community College Student Engagement. The study, supported by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, among others, analyzed a broad spectrum of data concerning student success in community colleges.
read more February 2nd, 2012 by Josh
Amber Harrelson, a native of Hazel Green, Alabama, graduated from Auburn University in May of 2011 with a major in Communication and a minor in Spanish. War Eagle! She is a member of Briarwood Presbyterian Church and enjoys reading, writing, dancing and all things coffee-related.
read more January 24th, 2012 by Amanda
Drew Franklin joined the Client Services team at GradesFirst on December 27, 2011. In 2010 he earned his Bachelors’ degree in Public Relations and Political Science from the University of Alabama.
read more January 24th, 2012 by Josh
A GradesFirst is proud to announce Steven Kilpatrick as the new Director of Client Services. Steven comes to the GradesFirst team after six years of servicing clients in outside sales.
read more January 24th, 2012 by Josh
Amanda Sher recently decided to make the GradesFirst Marketing Team her home, and we are so glad she did! Amanda graduated from the University of Georgia where she earned a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Marketing.
read more January 24th, 2012 by Amanda
In 2011, GradesFirst processed over 500,000 progress reports and scheduled over 800,000 student meetings! A list of other 2011 milestones are listed here along with great news for 2012. First and foremost is the release of Conversations, a new communication technology that allow advisors, faculty and students to connect the way they prefer while capturing every conversation for further review.
read more January 23rd, 2012 by Josh
Congratulations to everyone participating in a bowl game this year! Your student athletes, faculty, and support staff have worked very hard, and we’re so proud that you allow us at GradesFirst to be a part of your athletics and academics. Best wishes in the games, and keep up the good work!
read more January 2nd, 2012 by Aaron
Merry Christmas! The folks here at GradesFirst (along with Mario, our CEO) have prepared a special Christmas gift for all of you. Watch the GradesFirst employees suprise Mario with a special Christmas gift that is something he’s sure to always keep close to him… that’s because he’ll probably never be able to get out of it!
read more December 20th, 2011 by Josh
Congrats are in order for Dr. Garland Young of Milligan College, who is the proud owner of a new Apple TV! If you have a desire to acquire free techno-gadgetry of your own, don’t miss GradesFirst, now coming to a conference near you.
read more December 20th, 2011 by Aaron
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