Supplemental Instruction (SI) is an globally recognized academic retention model developed at UMKC. Our Purpose:
1. To increase the graduation rates of students
Supplemental Instruction (SI) is an internationally recognized academic support, proven retention model developed at the University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC) in 1973. SI sessions are regularly scheduled, informal review sessions in which students compare notes, discuss readings, develop organizational tools, and predict test items. Students learn how to integrate course content and study skil
08/21/2026
ICSI Intel: https://tr.ee/6RQW01WZvE
Check out this week's ICSI Intel which includes a message to all SI Leaders, a training shoutout from Janice Levasseur, a reminder regarding the summer webinar resources, and other ways to stay connected with the SI community through the rest of the year!
08/20/2026
After finishing SI Supervisor Training online, Advisory Group Chair Janice Levasseur (and special guest Preston Hall), flew to deliver an institution-specific training for Paradise Valley Community College! We hope these leaders have a great fall term, and thanks again Janice & Preston!
Schedule your own custom training: https://tr.ee/fhM28hd6ga
08/19/2026
Here's a flashback on how attendees felt regarding the March 2025 Student & Professional Keynotes and breakout rooms! Don't miss out on the chance to attend the March 2027 summit. Early Bird Registration begins in less than two weeks.
Learn More: https://tr.ee/glwKXxd-DE
08/18/2026
We are still looking for presenters for the Peer Leader Professional Development Webinar Series this fall! Not only is this series perfect for SI Leaders, but other peer educators are more than welcome to present/attend as well.
Learn More: https://tr.ee/n5nwMNorV_
08/17/2026
SUPRISE!! We've decided to extend our SIPP opportunity until September 9th. If you haven't already, please fill out the interest form for this virtual opportunity. International programs are welcome to join as well!
Learn More: https://tr.ee/wzVoi0WkZu
08/14/2026
ICSI Intel: https://tr.ee/6RQW01WZvE
Check out this week's ICSI Intel, which includes information about the upcoming Global SI Leader Summit: Collaborative Learning in the Digital Age, Summer SI Supervisor Webinar resources, Fall 2026 Community Catch-Up registration, Peer Leader Professional Development opportunities and presenter recruitment, upcoming SI Supervisor Trainings and Accreditation Workshops, and opportunities to contribute content to future editions of the ICSI Intel.
08/14/2026
Thank you to Assistant Director Chante Hearn & Advisory Group Chair Janice Levasseur for facilitating this training. Special thanks to the wonderful attendees as well!
08/11/2026
Check out this week's ICSI Intel on Friday at 10:00 AM CT for access to all of the webinar resources!
ICSI Intel: https://tr.ee/6RQW01WZvE
08/07/2026
ICSI Intel: https://tr.ee/6RQW01WZvE
Check out this week's ICSI Intel, which includes registration and early bird savings for the Global SI Leader Summit: Collaborative Learning in the Digital Age, resources from Dr. James Graham, Ed.D., C.P.T.'s webinar on neurodiversity and student success, Fall 2026 Community Catch-Ups and Peer Leader Professional Development opportunities, upcoming SI Supervisor Trainings and Accreditation Workshops, accredited program updates, National Transfer Student Week resources from the National Resource Center for the First-Year Experience and Students in Transition, and ways to share your SI program's successes with the global ICSI community.
08/07/2026
Join the 2nd Global SI Leader Summit, a virtual gathering of SI Leaders and student success professionals worldwide. Share practical strategies, build connections, and learn from the students leading SI on the front lines. Plus, a portion of conference proceeds will help fund scholarships for SI Leaders to attend the next in-person SI conference in Kansas City in 2028.
Learn More: https://tr.ee/glwKXxd-DE