Early Alert

Submit An Early Alert

The Early Alert program is a UVU effort designed to connect students in need with campus resources. Faculty serve as the “eyes and ears” to identify which students could benefit from additional campus resources and submit an Early Alert on their behalf.

Submit an Early Alert

How it Works

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    Faculty submit an alert
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    An email is sent to the student notifying them of the alert
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    A Student Success Specialist will contact your student within one business day
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    The Student Success Specialist will connect your student with campus resources or discuss success strategies
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    Faculty will be notified when the issue has been resolved

 

Once an alert has been submitted, a Student Success Specialist will reach out the business day after receiving a referral to provide guidance, access to campus resources, or assistance navigating campus processes. Academic advisors are also given notice once an alert has been submitted and are encouraged to discuss alerts during their advising visits.  

When To Submit An Early Alert

Common reasons for submitting an alert can include:

  • Missing Assignments
  • Low Attendance
  • Changes in Behavior
  • Low Grades 
  • A Need for Additional Support

Why Participate?

The Early Alert program has proven beneficial in helping UVU students in need of campus resources achieve success throughout their education. Students who pass their classes, especially during their first year, are more likely to persist in their courses and graduate. 

Syllabus Statement

We encourage faculty to include a statement about Early Alert on their course syllabus. This shows students that their instructor values student success and raises awareness for the resources available at the Student Success Center and across campus.

[Course_Name] is taking part in a student success “Early Alert” initiative that connects students in need with campus resources. Throughout the semester, you may receive text messages or emails from UVU’s Student Success Specialist team regarding your attendance and academic performance in this course. Please review your student email or text messages regularly to be sure you can resolve any notifications in a timely manner. If you are in need or have any UVU-related questions, you may contact the Student Success Specialist team via email at student_success_specialist@uvu.edu or texting 801-889-1119. More information regarding early alerts can be found at: uvu.edu/retention.