Boosting Student Engagement with Education Scheduling Software

Meet Jeremy, the tech whisperer of Illinois College

Jeremy Hommowun is the tech guru behind Illinois College’s scheduling transformation. As Educational Technology Manager, he ensures that professors teach, students learn, and no one stresses over double bookings. With over 17 years on campus, Jeremy knows the ins and outs of supporting a thriving academic environment.

When it came to simplifying scheduling, Jeremy needed a tool that could handle the chaos of a bustling campus. He turned to YouCanBookMe’s scheduling software for colleges , and the results speak for themselves.

The Wild West of scheduling (before YouCanBookMe)

Before YouCanBookMe, managing schedules at Illinois College was chaotic at best. Faculty, staff, and students were stuck in endless loops of emails and phone calls trying to find a time to meet.

Jeremy remembers those days all too well:

The solution? Higher education scheduling software that’s designed to cut out inefficiencies. Since rolling out YouCanBookMe campus-wide in 2022, Illinois College has saved hours of work, reduced no-shows, and empowered students and staff to manage their time better.

The power of a custom higher education scheduling software for Illinois College

At Illinois College, one-size-fits-all doesn’t cut it. That’s why Jeremy and his team rely on YouCanBookMe’s flexibility to create booking pages tailored to each department’s needs.

• IT team bookings: When faculty need help with classroom tech, they don’t have time to dig through directories or send multiple emails. The IT team uses YouCanBookMe to pool their availability. This way, faculty can book the first available tech wizard without needing to know who’s free.
• Peer-to-peer learning: The college’s writing center and speech center have embraced YouCanBookMe’s education scheduling software, embedding booking links into a central Google site. Students book appointments in seconds—no logins or headaches required.

• Admissions counselor meetings: Illinois College admissions counselors have swapped clunky scheduling tools for YouCanBookMe. Prospective students can book meetings with counselors in just a few clicks. No emails, no stress—just a great first impression.

No more no-shows

At Illinois College, no-shows are almost a thing of the past. Thanks to YouCanBookMe’s automated notifications, students, staff, and faculty receive reminders well in advance of their appointments.

How does it work? It’s simple:

• Students get reminders a week out, two days out, and one hour before their appointments.
• No-shows for critical sessions, like exit counseling, have dropped to nearly zero.

From chaos to clockwork: The results are in

Since adopting YouCanBookMe campus-wide, Illinois College has seen:

• 16,368 bookings made in just two years.
• A 25% reduction in emails and calls, freeing up time for faculty and staff.
• Streamlined peer-to-peer learning programs, with higher attendance and happier students.
• Improved student engagement, thanks to seamless scheduling for tutoring and counseling.

Jeremy sums it up:

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Why Jeremy loves YouCanBookMe

Jeremy is YouCanBookMe’s biggest fan, and for good reason. Here’s why he recommends it to anyone in education:

• It’s endlessly customizable: “From branding to availability, we can make it work for every department.”
• It saves time: “We’ve cut down on back-and-forth emails and phone calls. Everyone’s happier.”
• It’s easy for everyone: “Whether you’re a student or a faculty member, the learning curve is basically zero.”
• It’s built for teams: “Our IT team and peer tutors love how it handles group bookings.”

Want to simplify scheduling on your campus?

At Illinois College, scheduling used to be a major headache. Faculty juggled endless emails, students struggled to book tutoring, and IT spent too much time coordinating support.

Now, thanks to YouCanBookMe, scheduling is seamless, stress-free, and downright easy. Over 16,000 bookings later, the entire campus runs more smoothly—faculty teach without distractions, students get the help they need, and everyone saves time.

This is what a true success story looks like: happier students, empowered staff, and a campus that just works. Ready to start your own? Get started for free with YouCanBookMe today!