Why student success efforts stall—and how to fix it.

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[Bonus Episode] How to Empower Student Retention Efforts with AI

Student success doesn’t fail because institutions lack data—it fails because insight arrives too late.

Retention Can Stall Even When You’re “Doing Everything Right”

When retention stalls, the answer isn’t more programs—it’s better precision. See how institutions refine systems, align teams, and act fast on early indicators to drive sustainable student success.

The Hidden Cost of Disconnected Systems

Why Unified Data and Integrated Workflows Are the Foundation of Student Success

5 Ways to Demonstrate ROI Before Budget Season

Discover five ways to demonstrate student success ROI—tracking persistence, course completion, and graduation outcomes—to make a data-backed case before budget season.

AI in Higher Ed: 3 Myths That Are Holding Us Back

Unpack 3 common myths about AI in higher ed. Learn how Civitas Learning empowers institutions with trusted, practical, and human-centered AI.

Improving Student Success with a Hub-and-Spoke Advising Model

The University of North Dakota is transforming advising with a hub-and-spoke model, creating consistent support, stronger relationships, and higher retention.

What’s Working Outside the Classroom: New Insights on What’s Really Driving Success

Learn how academic support, inclusive spaces, and real-time outreach help students persist and thrive beyond the classroom.

Removing Enrollment Barriers: Actionable Strategies at Every Level

Learn how higher education professionals can remove hidden barriers to enrollment so more students stay on track and enroll in the next term.

Developing a Proactive Response to Enrollment Decline with Philip Hunt

Discover how North Dakota State University revamped its course planning and advising methods to enhance enrollment and retention.