A Critical Hit: Reimagining New Student Orientation through the Lens of Dungeons & Dragons
In response to the return to in-person activities following the COVID-19 pandemic, institutions of higher education are exploring innovative methods to re-engage students. This article focuses on the reimagining of an academic library’s New Student Orientation (NSO) event with elements from the worl...
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| Language: | English |
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Marketing Libraries Journal
2025-05-01
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| Series: | Marketing Libraries Journal |
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| Online Access: | https://journal.marketinglibraries.org/spring2025/05_MLJv9i1.pdf |
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| Summary: | In response to the return to in-person activities following the COVID-19 pandemic, institutions of higher education are exploring innovative methods to re-engage students. This article focuses on the reimagining of an academic library’s New Student Orientation (NSO) event with elements from the world of Dungeons and Dragons (D&D) to enhance student engagement, foster partnerships, and expand outreach efforts. By creating an immersive orientation experience inspired by D&D, this program aimed to promote belonging among incoming students. This article presents insights into the planning, implementation, and outcomes of this case study. By incorporating student-centered activities and opportunities for active learning into their programs, librarians involved in NSO programs can effectively promote library resources while enhancing library visibility among incoming students. |
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| ISSN: | 2475-8116 |