A reoccurring theme for the Central Michigan University ACS student members is retaining members after that first “kick-off” meeating of every new academic year. There seems to be a steady exodus of non-executive board members as the year wears on. Is this because the new members do not feel like they are an important key player in the group? Is the e-board micromanaging or not sharing the planning responsibilities? The primary goal for the 2014-15 campaign is to reverse the recent group trend of member decline throughout the year. Early efforts are showing a doubling of active members this year (relative to last). This poster will present ways implemented to retain members, student interviews, and group progress towards membership retention/involvement.

How to retain members and make them feel included

249th National Meeting (2015)

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