The Student Experience: University Strategic Planning Discussion on Applied Learning, Mentoring, and the Campus Experience As part of the Student Experience Strategy Group, our team was tasked with answering the question, “What are the student experiences that influence preparation for the lifespan and the careers of undergraduate and graduate students? What roles do civic agency, academic support, health and fitness play in this preparation?” Based on our research we have concluded that student preparation and success both in and out of college revolves around three main areas: 1. Advising and mentoring 2. Meaningful applied learning 3. Student campus experience We …