Encouraging Student Engagement in Extra-Curricular Activities

Authors

  • Michael Lever Fairleigh Dickinson University
  • Jarrett Bachman Fairleigh Dickinson University
  • Hiran Roy Fairleigh Dickinson University

Abstract

This presentation examines strategies for encouraging student engagement in extra-curricular activities through incentivization. Drawing from a case study of successful implementation, the session explores how structured recognition and reward systems can significantly increase student participation in non-academic programming. The presenters will share practical approaches to designing incentive frameworks, tracking participation, addressing barriers to involvement, and measuring impact on student development and institutional outcomes. Specific examples of effective incentivization models will be provided.

Author Biographies

Michael Lever, Fairleigh Dickinson University

Dr. Michael Lever is an Assistant Professor and MHMS Program Coordinator in the International School of Hospitality, Sports, and Tourism Management at Fairleigh Dickinson University in Vancouver, Canada. He is a motivated and highly regarded researcher with qualitative and quantitative research abilities, including latent class analysis, structural equation modelling, netnography, topic modelling, and eye-tracking study design. His research agenda focuses on consumer behaviour, digital marketing/social media, and brand advocacy in the services marketing field, primarily in the context of tourism and hospitality management.

Jarrett Bachman, Fairleigh Dickinson University

Dr. Jarrett Bachman serves as the Interim Associate Provost for Academic Affairs at Fairleigh Dickinson University, bringing extensive experience in higher education administration and hospitality education.

Hiran Roy, Fairleigh Dickinson University

Hiran Roy is a Senior Lecturer at Fairleigh Dickinson University with expertise in hospitality management education and student engagement initiatives.

Published

2025-09-12

Issue

Vol. 2 No. 1 (2025): 2025 PDGIA / IDGI Conference Proceedings

Section

2025 Conference Proceedings

License

Copyright (c) 2025 Michael Lever, Jarrett Bachman, Hiran Roy

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