Upswing

Our co-founder and CEO Melvin Hines sat on the steps of the classrooms his parents were in taking college classes at night as non-traditional students. Many years later he sat down with The Chronicle of Higher Education's Goldie Blumenstyk to talk about founding Upswing and why we're on a mission to create Real Results for Real Students. #TodaysStudents need and deserve support to succeed in #HigherEducation - listen in! https://lnkd.in/d6iYwdsb #upswing

The Postsecondary Success Recognition Program just announced its inaugural list of 200 institutions excelling in equitable access, student success, and post-college outcomes! 🎓 We're thrilled to see some of our incredible partners recognized for their outstanding work in supporting students from all walks of life. https://bit.ly/40oXt8p A huge shout-out to the following Upswing partners for making the list: 🎓 Bachelor’s Institutions: Claflin University North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University Texas State University North Carolina Central University 🎓 Associate’s/Certificate Institutions: Atlanta Technical College Southern Arkansas University Tech Cerritos College Borough of Manhattan Community College Hillsborough Community College Andrew College #Upswing #HigherEd #StudentSuccess #EquityInEducation #PostsecondarySuccess

For adult learners balancing work, family, and education, Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) can make all the difference. By recognizing their real-world experience, CPL accelerates graduation and reduces costs, helping your institution retain and support non-traditional students. Read our latest blog to learn how CPL can be a game-changer for your school. https://hubs.ly/Q02VSmGM0 #HigherEd #AdultLearners #StudentRetention #CreditForPriorLearning #Upswing

Join us for a live panel discussion where experts from financial aid offices and federal agencies will share their insights into the FAFSA delays and significant setbacks its caused for many students, especially non-traditional ones. You’ll hear about the real-world impact these disruptions have had on historically marginalized students and learn strategies to address the growing financial aid needs. This session includes an interactive Q&A, giving you the chance to ask questions specific to your institution. Register today: https://hubs.ly/Q02VMcpn0 #upswing #highered #webinar #fafsa

Upswing is headed to the Student Success Conference in Knoxville, TN, from October 28-30! Join us at our booth to discover how Upswing’s proactive, holistic solutions are breaking down barriers to student success. Learn how we’re empowering institutions like yours to support every aspect of the student journey—from mental health to academic achievement. See you there! #StudentSuccessConference #Upswing #HigherEd #StudentSupport

We’re excited to announce that Upswing will be at the Student Success Conference in Knoxville, TN from October 28-30! Come visit Willie Barnes Jr. at our booth to learn more about our holistic student support solutions. See you there! #StudentSuccess #HigherEd #HolisticSupport #Upswing

Financial aid challenges are hitting students hard, especially non-traditional learners and those dependent on Pell Grants. The 2023-24 FAFSA delays have created serious obstacles, and the upcoming year is set to follow suit. Join us November 13 at 1 PM ET for an expert panel discussion where we’ll explore the impact of the FAFSA disruptions on historically marginalized and non-traditional students. Hear from those on the front lines and get insights on how to better support your students through these financial aid roadblocks. Register now https://hubs.ly/Q02Vq1KY0 #upswing #highered #webinar #fafsa

At Upswing, we understand the unique challenges HBCUs face in providing the best academic support to every student, especially with often limited resources. We're proud to support the following HBCUs in empowering historically marginalized students on their journey to success. Winston-Salem State University, Kentucky State University, Johnson C. Smith University - JCSU, Fayetteville State University, Bethune-Cookman University, North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, Bishop State Community College, University of the District of Columbia, Texas Southern University, Texas College, Claflin University, North Carolina Central University, Central State University Le Moyne College Shaw University By providing holistic support services including tutoring, assignment review, and mental health resources that minority students especially may need, we’re helping to ensure every student gets the personalized help they need to thrive both in and out of the classroom. Contact us today at speak@upswing.io to discuss the meaningful impact Upswing is having on HBCU campuses and how your HBCU could be next. #upswing #hbcu #highered #studentsupport

We’re thrilled to announce that Upswing has reached 1 million academic interventions! This milestone represents countless moments of student support, guidance, and encouragement on the path to success. Thank you to all our partner institutions, dedicated tutors, and staff who have helped make this possible. We’re more committed than ever to empowering students and helping them achieve their goals, one intervention at a time. Here’s to the next million! #StudentSuccess #1MillionMilestone #UpswingImpact #HigherEd

When students feel supported in every aspect of their lives—academically, emotionally, mentally, and socially—they are much more likely to stay enrolled and graduate. Holistic support systems can make all the difference in student success. Learn more about how holistic student support impacts retention in our latest Ana Insights Report: https://hubs.ly/Q02V9dFY0 #Upswing #StudentSuccess #HolisticSupport #HigherEd