ASCEND Podcast

Jared Tippets and Eric Kirby
ASCEND Podcast

Are you ready to ASCEND to new possibilities? In this podcast, Dr. Jared Tippets and Dr. Eric Kirby outline why a focus on retention and completion is so important, why previous retention efforts have not always worked, and discuss how we can successfully "ASCEND" to these great expectations. In each episode, we will share innovative ideas, creative initiatives, and best practices and strategies that campuses have used to achieve amazing results. This podcast has intentionally been produced in a quick-tip, bite-sized format where the listener can quickly find ideas, initiatives, and solutions that can be tried on campus today.

  1. 8 HR AGO

    S2 - E45 - T-Bird Strong Campaign (Affordability)

    The COVID-19 pandemic created immense financial challenges for college students, from job loss and housing instability to increased expenses for food and technology. In this episode, we explore how SUU launched the T-Bird Strong campaign to support students facing these hardships.Discover how this grassroots initiative rallied alumni, donors, and community members to contribute small, meaningful donations that helped students overcome emergencies like food insecurity, homelessness, and medica...

    8 min

  2. 3 DAYS AGO

    S2 - E44 - Expert Session - Stephanie Merritt and Susan Goldsmith (Tulsa Community College)

    In this episode co-hosts Jared Tippets and Eric Kirby sit down with Stephanie Merritt and Susan Goldsmith from Tulsa Community College to talk about retention strategies on their campus. This episode was recorded at the National Symposium on Student Retention in early November 2024.

    12 min

  3. 15 DEC

    S2 - E43 - Signs of Life (Data)

    In this episode, we tackle a growing challenge in higher education: student "ghosting." Just as the term applies to dating, it’s showing up in the admissions process, where students indicate plans to enroll but silently disappear. We explore how tracking "Signs of Life"—key behaviors like submitting deposits, securing housing, or communicating with advisors—can help institutions predict which students are truly coming.Learn how this data-driven approach aids admissions teams in adjusting recr...

    11 min

  4. 12 DEC

    S2 - E42 - Expert Session - Monika Rohde & Mohammed Moizuddin (New York Institute of Technology)

    Co-hosts Jared Tippets & Eric Kirby sit down with Monika Rohde and Mohammed Moizuddin from New York Institute of Technology to talk about retention strategies on their campus. This episode was recorded at the National Symposium on Student Retention in early November 2024.

    14 min

  5. 8 DEC

    S2 - E41 - New Student Checklists (Nudges)

    Transitioning to college can be overwhelming, but well-crafted new student checklists can make all the difference. In this episode, we discuss how institutions can create tailored checklists for incoming freshmen, transfer students, and returning sophomores to guide them through essential tasks like registering for classes, securing housing, and planning their finances.We’ll share tips for balancing critical information with usability, leveraging peer mentors to provide personalized support, ...

    14 min

  6. 5 DEC

    S2 - E40 - Expert Session - Dr. Danae Romrell (BYU-Idaho)

    Co-hosts Jared Tippets & Eric Kirby sit down with Dr. Danae Romrell from Brigham Young University-Idaho to talk about retention strategies on her campus. This episode was recorded at the National Symposium on Student Retention in early November 2024.

    11 min

  7. 1 DEC

    S2 - E39 - Virtual Groups & Clubs (Engagement)

    In this episode, we explore how virtual groups and clubs are reshaping student connections in the digital age. From Discord to Facebook, we’ve created spaces where students bond over shared passions—whether it’s board games, sports, or even Taylor Swift! These online communities foster inclusivity, peer support, and meaningful interactions that often blossom into in-person friendships.Tune in to learn how virtual platforms can enhance campus life, promote belonging, and bridge the gap between...

    9 min

  8. 28 NOV

    S2 - E38 - Expert Session - Sarah Jurden and Kim Brooks (Bowling Green State University)

    Co-hosts Jared Tippets & Eric Kirby sit down with Sarah Jurden and Kim Brooks from Bowling Green State University to talk about retention strategies on their campus. This episode was recorded at the National Symposium on Student Retention in early November 2024.

    12 min
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About

Are you ready to ASCEND to new possibilities? In this podcast, Dr. Jared Tippets and Dr. Eric Kirby outline why a focus on retention and completion is so important, why previous retention efforts have not always worked, and discuss how we can successfully "ASCEND" to these great expectations. In each episode, we will share innovative ideas, creative initiatives, and best practices and strategies that campuses have used to achieve amazing results. This podcast has intentionally been produced in a quick-tip, bite-sized format where the listener can quickly find ideas, initiatives, and solutions that can be tried on campus today.

Information

  • Creator
    Jared Tippets and Eric Kirby
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2024
  • Episodes
    149
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 ASCEND Podcast
  • Show Website
    ASCEND Podcast

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