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Hosted by Jared Tippets and Eric Kirby · education · EN-US
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.
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Signup to Generate a PitchAre 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.
ASCEND Podcast is hosted by Jared Tippets and Eric Kirby. The show has published 213 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "S3 - E47 - Dr. Kal Srinivas - Rethinking Student Success" (18 October 2026, 35 minutes), "S3 - E45 - Heather Garcia - A New Way to Engage: Personalized Involvement Road Maps (Engagement)" (4 October 2026, 24 minutes), and "S3 - E45 - Dr. Ryan Barnhart - Data-Driven Strategies for Enhancing Student Retention (Data)" (27 September 2026, 22 minutes).
ASCEND Podcast publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 25 minutes across 213 episodes.
Booking probability for ASCEND Podcast is 36%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. ASCEND Podcast requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. ASCEND Podcast's contact route on record: verified email.
The strongest fits for ASCEND Podcast are Universities & Colleges. ASCEND Podcast has an education audience.
Jared Tippets and Eric Kirby hosts ASCEND Podcast, an education podcast with 213 episodes published.
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Episode #47
Why do students struggle to succeed when universities offer so many resources designed to help them? In this episode, Dr. Kal Srinivas draws on 30 years of experience in student success and retention to explore how...
Episode #46
What if “Go get involved!” isn’t enough anymore? In this episode, we explore how Southern Utah University is rethinking student engagement through personalized Involvement Road Maps . Instead of asking students to...
Episode #45
Data can tell us what is happening with student retention, but are we asking enough questions to understand why ? In this episode, we explore how institutions can combine student data, root cause analysis, and the “5...
Episode #44
What if a campus job could be more than a paycheck? In this episode, we explore how the University of Wisconsin-Madison transformed student employment into an intentional vehicle for belonging, leadership, career...
Episode #43
Sometimes the difference between staying in college and stopping out is just $100. In this episode, I visit with Dr. Gill Hunter to explore Eastern Kentucky University’s innovative retention grant strategy, using data...
Episode #42
What if the key to student-athlete success isn’t just what happens in the classroom or on the field, but the culture surrounding them? In this episode, we explore practical, cost-effective strategies for creating a...
Episode #41
What happens when financial support is paired with intentional community, mentorship, and a clear path to success? In this episode, we explore St. Francis College’s Robert J. McGuire Scholarship Program and its holistic...
Episode #40
What if a relatively small financial intervention could keep a student enrolled and on track to graduate? In this episode, we explore the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee’s innovative retention grants program, which...
Episode #39
What if the students who aren’t making it back to campus are the ones we should be studying most closely? In this episode, we explore how Idaho State University used a “survivorship bias” lens, institutional data, and a...
Episode #38
What if data could help you see every student who needs help, and help you act sooner? In this episode, I sat down with Kimberly Williams and Dr. Sarah Wray Marshall to explore the University of South Florida ’s...
Episode #37
College isn't just about tuition; It's about experiences. In this episode, we explore how the University of Wisconsin–Madison's innovative No Fees Project is removing hidden financial barriers that keep students from...
Episode #36
How can institutions turn data into timely, meaningful student support? The University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Academic Navigator Team uses actionable data such as academic performance, LMS engagement, and student...
Episode #35
In this episode, we explore how Connecticut State Community College is using a Holistic Student Support (HSS) Survey to identify student needs, remove barriers to success, and strengthen engagement across its campuses...
Episode #34
In this episode, we explore how the University of Montana is reimagining student wellbeing by embedding graduate-level Wellbeing Support Coaches throughout academic colleges and culturally specific student support...
Episode #33
In this episode, we explore how the University of Indianapolis is transforming the academic trajectory of students facing academic dismissal through an innovative success course grounded in Process Education. Rather...
Episode #32
In this episode, we explore how Franklin College is removing financial barriers that often prevent students from fully engaging in campus life. From textbook assistance and study away funding to professional attire for...
Episode #31
In this episode, we explore how Kent State University developed the Retention Tools Workshop Series to build campus-wide capacity for data-informed student success work. Through a collaborative partnership among...
Episode #30
In this episode, we explore how Indiana Tech is leveraging behavioral analytics and personalized nudging to support student success. By analyzing students’ digital engagement patterns and identifying behavioral...
Episode #29
In this episode, we explore how the University of Central Arkansas is leveraging podcasting as a tool for graduate student success, connection, and professional development. Through Grad Chats at UCA , students...
Episode #28
In this episode, we explore how building a strong campus culture can strengthen both student success and faculty and staff retention. Drawing on insights from Education Affiliates, the conversation examines how...
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Chief of the Division of Cardiology, Professor of Medicine and Cardiology, University of Louisville School of Medicine
host of Question Everything and S-Town, Trojan Horse Affair podcast
Executive Director for Safety and Emergency Management at Rock Hill School District, The Conference Board Governance & Sustainability Center
Vice Provost for Student Success at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, University of Tennessee, Knoxville
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