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      "text": "Coordinated investment in retention has both financial and non-financial benefits for the University. Key enablers could help further support retention efforts, including: An improved and comprehensive understanding of the drivers of student attrition given changes in the make up of Syracuse's student body. Improved coordination across units on international and minority student retention, particular with regards to housing. Training on enhanced and more widely used retention early warning systems. Additional support for faculty to adapt their instructional methods for the changing student body. Regular, ongoing evaluation of changing student needs.",
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