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Decision Support

Speaker Session

Investigating Undergraduate High Risk Course Combinations

Thursday, May 28, 2026
3:30 PM - 4:15 PM East Coast USA Time
Location: Marquis Salon 14 Room (ML2)
Institution Type: Any

Target Audience: Any

    Presenter(s)

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    Erika C. Ruffin

    Associate Director, Institutional Research, Analytics, and Decision Support
    University of Louisville
    Louisville, Kentucky, United States

  • Becky S. Patterson

    Chief Institutional Research Officer
    University of Louisville
    Louisville, Kentucky, United States

    Slides
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    Steve Fry

    Assistant Director, Institutional Research, Analytics, and Decision Support
    University of Louisville, United States

Session Abstract: This session introduces a data-driven approach to identifying “high-risk” undergraduate course combinations/pairings in which students consistently earn lower-than-expected grades. Based on statistical analysis of nearly 100,000 student records across four semesters, the presentation demonstrates how institutional analytics can uncover hidden academic barriers. Attendees will explore a methodology that shifts focus from individual courses to concurrent enrollment patterns, offering actionable insights for advising, curriculum design, and policy. The session also outlines the work of a cross-campus group examining registration practices and recommending changes to advising strategies. Participants will gain a clear understanding of both the analytic techniques and their practical applications.

Keywords: Data, Course Planning, Institutional Research, Student Success