Join us for The Persistence Project: Rethinking Student Retention in Higher Education, a one-day conference bringing together educators, researchers, professional services staff and students to explore innovative approaches to student retention and success.
Hosted at De Montfort University, this event will showcase insights from the Pathways to Success: Student Retention Project, alongside keynote speakers, interactive workshops, and collaborative discussions. Together, we will examine how institutions can better support student persistence, belonging and progression in an evolving higher education landscape.
What to expect
- Inspiring keynote speakers from across the HE sector
- Thought-provoking panel discussions and student perspectives
- Parallel sessions exploring key themes such as belonging, inclusivity and transition
- Interactive workshop to co-create ideas and solutions
- Opportunities for networking with colleagues across institutions
Keynote speaker one: Dr Tom Lowe, University of Westminster
Keynote speaker two: Professor Adrian Wright, University of Lancashire
Who should attend?
This event is ideal for:
- Professional services colleagues
- Senior leaders in higher education
- Researchers in student experience and outcomes
- Students interested in shaping the future of HE
Additional information
Light refreshments will be provided, in line with UN Sustainable Development Goals all catering served will be vegetarian.
Further details, including programme, room locations and speaker confirmations, will be shared ahead of the event.