ASCEND to Higher Retention Rates: A Collection of Best Practices and Practical Strategies from Higher Education Experts for Increasing Student Retention, Completion, and Student Success

ASCEND to Higher Retention Rates: A Collection of Best Practices and Practical Strategies from Higher Education Experts for Increasing Student Retention, Completion, and Student Success (Volume 3) is a comprehensive guide designed to equip higher education leaders with practical, innovative strategies for improving student retention, completion, and success. Edited by Dr. Jared Tippets and Dr. Eric Kirby, this volume builds on the success of volumes 1 and 2, offering new insights tailored to the evolving challenges faced by colleges and universities.Rooted in the proven ASCEND model—Affordability, Support, Culture, Engagement, Nudges, and Data—this book highlights actionable approaches for fostering institutional success. Each chapter delves into key components of the framework, presenting case studies, practical examples, and data-driven solutions contributed by 89 experts across diverse institutions. Readers will explore strategies such as affordability initiatives to reduce barriers, holistic student support programs, culture-building activities, and innovative engagement methods.This resource emphasizes adaptability, enabling leaders to address their unique campus challenges while promoting equity and inclusion. Whether you're a seasoned administrator or new to student success initiatives, Volume 3 provides the tools needed to create meaningful, measurable outcomes in higher education. Discover how your institution can ASCEND to higher retention rates and transform the student experience. Read more