Supporting Student Success Through Early Intervention

Faculty are often the first to notice when a student is struggling academically, disengaging from a course, or experiencing personal challenges. Early intervention is one of the most effective ways to support student success, retention, and well-being. 

This page provides referral options and faculty resources to help connect students with the support they need. Whether through proactive outreach, academic assistance, or referrals to specialized support services, timely action can make a meaningful difference in a student’s educational experience and persistence toward graduation. 

Academic Support Form

Academic Support Form - Academic Issues

Submit an Academic Support Referral

For Academic Performance or Engagement Concerns 

Use the Academic Support Form when you have concerns related to a student’s academic progress, participation, attendance, or engagement in your course. 

Examples include: 

  • Missing or incomplete assignments 
  • Poor academic performance 
  • Lack of participation or attendance 
  • Difficulty understanding course content or expectations 
  • Noticeable decline in academic engagement 

 

CARE Form

CARE Form - Non Academic Issue

Submit an CARE form Request

For Personal, Behavioral, or Well-Being Concerns 

Use the CARE Form when personal, emotional, behavioral, or other non-academic concerns may be affecting a student’s ability to succeed. 

Examples include: 

  • Personal or family concerns 
  • Emotional well-being challenges 
  • Behavioral concerns 
  • Other non-academic circumstances requiring additional support 

Emergency Situations

Immediate Safety Concerns 

If a student appears to be an immediate danger to themselves or others, do not wait to submit a referral form. 

Contact University Safety immediately at 352-588-8432. 

University Safety is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to respond to urgent situations and safety-related emergencies. 

Supporting Student Success Through Outreach and Engagement

Submitting a referral is an important step when a student needs additional assistance, but there are also many proactive strategies faculty can use to support students before concerns become more serious. Personalized outreach, timely feedback, regular communication, and intentional efforts to re-engage students can have a significant impact on student persistence and success. 

The Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence provides resources and best practices designed to help faculty create welcoming learning environments and encourage student engagement throughout the term. 

Faculty Resources

Radical Hospitality, Re-Engagement and Retention

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This resource includes guidance on: 

  • Building meaningful connections with students 
  • Creating a sense of belonging in your course 
  • Re-engaging students who have stopped participating 
  • Encouraging persistence through supportive communication 
  • Using proactive outreach strategies to improve retentionÂ