Strategic Domestic Student Recruitment
Transform Your Institution's Recruitment Approach with Industry-Leading Insights
Mondays from April 7th - May 6th, 2025 | Online
Register NowDrive Domestic Enrolment Growth
In today’s rapidly evolving educational landscape, attracting and enrolling students requires a deep understanding of demographic shifts, innovative technologies, and data-driven strategies.
This five-week micro-credential program, designed by leading experts in higher education recruitment, provides the essential knowledge and skills to stay ahead. Each week focuses on a critical element of recruitment, equipping you with tools to attract, engage, and convert prospective students in a competitive marketplace. Register NowGuided by industry experts, you will:
Get a comprehensive overview of the forces shaping student recruitment today
Harness the power of data to refine your recruitment strategy
Learn how to analyze demographic trends to engage and support candidates through tailored approaches that resonate.
Learn how to create compelling messaging that aligns with your institution's values and vision.
Explore strategies to forge meaningful partnerships that extend your reach, strengthen engagement, and boost awareness among target audiences.
Learn to analyze engagement metrics so your strategies remain agile and relevant in a dynamic landscape.
Who Should Enrol?
- Mid-to-senior level recruitment officers.
- Current enrolment coordinators, managers, and directors responsible for their institution's domestic student strategy.
- Other professionals who wish to influence and enhance their domestic student recruitment practices and effectively engage the next generation of students.
Join a dynamic learning experience with:
Interactive sessions
5 live and interactive, 2.5-hour sessions for a total of 12.5 hours of active learning
Real-life case studies
Real case studies and examples from Canadian institutions
Facilitated discussions
Highly experienced and approachable instructors
Dedicated learning platform and web portal
Templates, slides, and other real-life materials to draw from
Weekly homework and action plan
Each week participants will complete approximately 1-hr of homework and an action plan based on the topic covered
Program Benefits
- Micro-Credential Program – Your graduation from the program provides evidence of the expertise you have developed and may support your career advancement.
- Hands-On, Practical Knowledge – Each module includes actionable insights and tools you can apply immediately.
- Network with Experts – Learn from renowned industry leaders and connect with other professionals navigating similar challenges.
Program Facilitators
Additional guest speakers will be added soon!
Mary Ross
MHR Consulting
Principal
Mary Ross
MHR Consulting
Principal
Mary’s primary focus in higher education has always been on student success through the creation of offices that nurture people through creativity, openness, and continual engagement that serves to improve the student experience. Throughout her experience, she has gained diversity, breath, and multiple ways of assessing challenges and understanding opportunities across varied institutions.
Mary has served at both colleges and universities in Newfoundland, British Columbia, and the United States. Her career spans more than 25 years, with leadership roles that include Registrar, Director of Student Services & Enrolment, Admissions & Records, and Higher Education Consultant. In her last full-time role as Registrar, she was a member of a university executive team, greatly enhancing her ability to influence strategy, key directions, and decisions.
The areas of accomplishment within her career in higher education are:
- Strategic Enrolment Management;
- Student-based technology solutions;
- Staff development & training;
- Compassionate cultures & high-performing team;
- International & domestic recruitment;
- Policy development, writing, and implementation; and
- Process design & redesign.
Dr. Joe Stokes
Ontario Tech University
University Registrar and AVP International
Dr. Joe Stokes
Ontario Tech University
University Registrar and AVP International
Dr. Joe Stokes is the AVP International and University Registrar at Ontario Tech University in Oshawa Ontario Canada, where he is also an award winning professor (adjunct) in the Faculty of Education. Joe is the past Chair of the Ontario Universities’ Council on Admission, and the Ontario University Registrars’ Association, and has led work across the post-secondary sector on, Internationalization, governance, strategic enrolment management, and student retention and student success.
Dr. Stokes’ research interests include International student mobility, strategic enrolment management, leadership psychology, and higher education policy and governance. In the last 3 years Joe has lead groups that have attracted over $1.3 million in research funding including leading the creation of Ontario’s international study brand, and the development of a competitive internationalization toolkit for the province’s post-secondary system. His most recent publications focus on international student mobility in the pandemic era, and strategic enrolment management in a time of global disruption.
Matt Stiegmeyer
Educational Testing Service Canada, Inc.
Senior Director
Matt Stiegmeyer
Educational Testing Service Canada, Inc.
Senior Director
Matt Stiegemeyer has been involved in higher education for over twenty years. While working at the University of Memphis in the student recruitment office, he completed his Doctorate of Education in higher and adult education. He then immigrated to Canada, working in undergraduate student recruitment, marketing, and admissions at the University of Victoria (BC), Concordia University (QC), and the University of Western Ontario (ON). He has previously been involved in policy reviews for setting English proficiency standards and implementing student success initiatives. His current role with ETS/TOEFL is focused on working with institutions across Canada to identify opportunities to enhance their enrolment management activities for students who require a test of English language proficiency.
Dan Seneker
Saint Mary’s University
Associate Vice-President Enrolment & University Registrar, Enrolment Services
Dan Seneker
Saint Mary’s University
Associate Vice-President Enrolment & University Registrar, Enrolment Services
Dan is an award-winning leader with more than 20 years of experience in student enrolment and success. Currently, Dan is the Associate Vice-President, Enrolment Management & Registrar at Saint Mary’s University.
He holds an Honours Bachelor of Arts (Bishop’s University) as well as a Master of Communications Studies and a University Teaching Certificate (University of Calgary).
During his career, he has worked at five major Canadian universities and brings a wealth of experience in key areas such as enrolment management, internationalization, student recruitment, admissions, scholarships, marketing, student success, retention and student experience.
Jackie Cox
Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
Director, Marketing and Recruitment
Danny Friere
Saskatchewan Polytechnic
Director Enrolment Services and Registrar - Student Services
Jennifer Powell
Brainstorm Strategy Group
Director of Programming and Community Engagement
Program & Schedule Outline
The Strategic Domestic Student Recruitment program features five, 2.5-hour sessions that include workshops, presentations, and panel discussions presented live online on Mondays over 5 weeks (no class on Easter Monday) from 1 to 3:30 p.m. (ET).
Weekly sessions will include opportunities for participants to reflect on their learning, participate in small and large group discussions, meet with their peers, and complete self-guided learning assignments.
In addition to the five live sessions, it is expected that participants will complete 1 hour of homework each week. Homework will consist of literature reviews, posting and commenting on discussion board topics, connecting with co-participants, watching video recordings, and/or completing quizzes.
Participants will be supported via a dedicated web portal to access educational materials, connect with peers, post and comment on coursework, discuss topics of interest, and share best practices and information throughout the program.
All live workshops will be recorded and made available for review for 6 months after the completion of the program.
Week 1 - Current Landscape & Innovations in Student Recruitment
Monday, April 7th, 2025
10:00am - 12:30pm PST / 1:00 - 3:30pm ET
Get a comprehensive overview of the forces shaping student recruitment today. From demographic trends to cutting-edge AI technologies, understand the full range of influences, including globalization, student expectations, competition, and funding constraints. Explore how to leverage AI-driven tools to enhance engagement, personalize communication, and convey your institution’s value to diverse audiences.
Mary Ross
Principal, MHR Consulting
Week 2 - Data-Driven Recruitment
Monday, April 14th, 2025
10:00am - 12:30pm PST / 1:00 - 3:30pm ET
Harness the power of data to refine your recruitment strategies. This module focuses on identifying your current market, analyzing key metrics, and applying data-driven insights to craft targeted, effective recruitment campaigns. Develop the skills needed to understand your market deeply and utilize data for more precise, impactful outreach.
Dr. Joe Stokes
University Registrar and AVP International, Ontario Tech University
Week 3 - Target Audience Identification
Monday, April 28th, 2025
10:00am - 12:30pm PST / 1:00 - 3:30pm ET
Building on the foundations of data analysis, this week emphasizes profiling potential students and understanding their diverse backgrounds, needs, and preferences. Learn how to analyze demographic trends to better engage and support your candidates through tailored recruitment approaches that resonate on a personal level.
Matt Stiegmeyer
Senior Director, Educational Testing Service Canada, Inc.
Week 4 - The Intersection Between Marketing & Recruitment and Effective Partnerships
Monday, May 5th, 2025
10:00am - 12:30pm PST / 1:00 - 3:30pm ET
Discover the power of a strong institutional brand by defining your unique niche and communicating it effectively to prospective students. Learn how to create compelling messaging that aligns with your institution's values and vision. Additionally, explore strategies to forge meaningful partnerships—both within and outside the institution—that extend your reach, strengthen engagement, and boost awareness among target audiences.
Jackie Cox
Director, Marketing and Recruitment, Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
Dan Seneker
Associate Vice-President Enrolment & University Registrar, Enrolment Services, Saint Mary’s University
Week 5 - Execution & Evaluation
Monday, May 12th, 2025
10:00am - 12:30pm PST / 1:00 - 3:30pm ET
Implement your recruitment strategy effectively and continuously improve through regular evaluation. This final week focuses on using data and feedback loops to measure your recruitment success. Learn to analyze engagement metrics, respond to virtual interactions, and stay current on industry trends, so your strategies remain agile and relevant in a dynamic landscape.
Danny Freire
Director Enrolment Services and Registrar - Student Services, Saskatchewan Polytechnic
Your Action Plan
1
Register now
Sign up today before rates increase.
2
Engage in the interactive program
You’ll be on the fast track to becoming a domestic student recruitment pro.
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Attract, convert, and retain students
Achieve great results for your institution and advance your career!
Registration Rates
Want to hold the current rate while you secure the budget? Are you trying to calculate a rate for your group and need help or is payment by credit card a challenge?
Let us know if you have any questions at all and we'd be pleased to help. Please email jennifer@brainstorm.ca directly to discuss.
Cancellation Policy
No refunds will be provided within three weeks of the program start date. Cancellations three weeks or more before will be refunded less a $100 administration fee. Substitutions from the same organization are welcome at no cost up to three weeks before the program start date.
Dedicated Support
As the SEMM Academy’s dedicated program support person, I’m committed to ensuring that participants and presenters get the most out of their experiences. I am happy to answer questions and provide information and updates to ensure that you are well-equipped for this unique learning opportunity.
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
What is the schedule and time commitment?
The core of the program is five, 2.5-hour live sessions held over 5 weeks on Mondays. In addition to the live sessions, it is expected that participants will complete 1-2 hours of homework each week consisting of literature reviews, posting and commenting on discussion board topics, connecting with co-participants, watching video recordings, and/or completing quizzes.
Will there be recordings?
Yes, all sessions will be recorded and available exclusively to program participants on the dedicated web portal for 6 months after the completion of the program.
What happens if I miss a session?
There’s a good chance that a session or two may conflict with your other commitments. Recordings of sessions will be posted on the web portal along with educational materials within 24 hours of each workshop, so you’ll have plenty of opportunities to catch up.
Who should participate?
The program is ideal for domestic student recruitment professionals looking to advance their career, enhance their institution’s domestic student recruitment practices and effectively engage the next generation of students.