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How Colleges Can Stand Out in a Crowded Recruitment Market

Colleges and universities face one of the most competitive recruiting environments in the history of higher education. Shrinking demographics in certain regions, evolving student expectations, and an abundance of institutions offering similar programs make it...

How Digital Engagement Tools Support Strategic Enrollment Management

In nearly every college or university strategic plan, enrollment and marketing are front and center. Institutions want to increase student volume and also to attract students who are academically prepared, committed to their education, and representative of diverse...

Tailored Messaging in College Admissions: Doing More with Less

In today’s higher education landscape, enrollment teams are being asked to do more with less. Smaller budgets, leaner teams, and rising competition have made efficiency a priority — but not at the expense of meaningful engagement. The challenge: how to scale outreach...

How to Attract Gen Z Students with Digital Engagement Tools

Today’s college-bound students belong to Generation Z, a group raised on smartphones, social media, and seamless digital experiences. To engage them effectively, colleges and universities must meet their expectations for interactivity, personalization, and ease of...
Freeze Out Summer Melt

Freeze Out Summer Melt

Engage Students and Families with Virtual and Digital Tools. The dreaded phenomenon of summer melt: three months that feel like a year for college admissions and enrollment management. Each year, 10% to 40% of students, accepted and deposited in the spring, drop off...

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Client Spotlight: Newman University

Client Spotlight: Newman University

In Challenging Times, Creativity Wins Out. Each year must come to an end – to ring in something new and better! Before we part for the Holidays, Team CVB wants to express our gratitude to our amazing Clients, and our admiration to the Admissions, Enrollment...

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Connecting With Students In A Digital-First World

Connecting With Students In A Digital-First World

Just as colleges and universities swiftly implemented new ways to provide academic continuity for enrolled students during the COVID-19 pandemic this spring, higher ed admissions offices have found themselves mastering new skills as well. Constantly changing...

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A Message From The CustomViewbook Team

On behalf of all of us at CustomViewbook, we hope this message finds you safe and well. As we all do our part to inhibit the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19) in our communities and campuses, we want to be of help to Higher Education in any way we can. We are grateful...

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5 Ways to Avoid Spam Filters and Improve Your Email Campaigns

5 Ways to Avoid Spam Filters and Improve Your Email Campaigns

Inboxes are flooded so you have about two seconds before a student decides to delete or engage with you. Combine their insights with tried-and-true best practices for email campaigns, and you’re on your way to open and click-through rates that sing “ROI!’ 1. Subject...

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