Ideas in Action
While your virtual orientation platforms are unique and customized to each institution’s specific needs, there is something they all have in common: on the main navigation page, most institutions choose seven sections of content. Given the modular flexibility of your platform, you can add as many sections as you’d like. Certainly, you don’t want your orientation to be so lengthy that it loses its impact, but might an eighth section contribute value? What purpose could it serve? Let’s explore a few ideas and see if adding an eighth section is beneficial for you.
Locations

In this example from Orlando, FL, Valencia College chose to add an eighth section entitled “Where to Study” dedicated to highlighting the details and differences associated with each of their campus locations. Instead of cramming this information onto just one screen as part of a larger, combined content section, the dedicated eighth section format gave the content critical room to shine and allowed students to explore and digest the information at a much more relaxed pace, and in more than one way: by physical location and by which programs are available at each campus.
DEI

Raising a topic from screen level to section level reflects its priority. In this example, the University of Montana, in Missoula, chose to highlight diversity, equity, and inclusion information in an eighth section called “Our Community of Respect.” The section includes aspirational and hopeful messages that address complex topics such as student conduct policies, consent, and the role of an active bystander. The respectful mindset of this section stands out and empowers individuals to contribute to the safety and well-being of their entire campus community.
Student Success
While it’s nearly impossible to know what skills, habits, and know-how students bring with them to their college experience, you can provide timeless advice from which every student can benefit. Consider creating an eighth section to support success strategies such as Managing Stress, Finding a Mentor, and Online Learning Tips. Choose from titles like these when you subscribe to the Advantage OnDemandTM orientation video catalog.
Title IX
To address tough topics and support compliance requirements at the same time, dedicate a separate section to spotlight the information. Advantage Design Group’s Title IX Module comes with the most up-to-date information presented in video, interactive, and gamified content and is fully customizable to include your campus policies. Add this training to your online orientation in a matter of weeks and choose when students experience it.
Creating Experiences
Creativity doesn’t always have to spark from thinking outside the box, sometimes the potential for major impact has been in there all along. If these ideas inspired you to add an eighth section, be sure to reach out to our Client Success Team. Your Account Manager is happy to consult with you to explore the experience you want to create and determine how adding an eighth section can help you achieve that vision.