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 institutions can better support students through meaningful connections, peer relationships, faculty engagement, and intentional guidance. Together, we discuss the role of change management in helping students navigate challenges, ask for help, and embrace setbacks as opportunities for growth, along with how AI may shape the future of student success. Discover how higher education can move beyond simply providing resources to creating a culture where every student feels equipped, supported, and empowered to succeed.

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 navigate clubs, events, and leadership opportunities on their own, SUU helps them identify what interests them and provides a personalized path to get there. It’s a simple shift from “Go get involved” to “Here’s exactly how you can get involved.”

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 Whys” method to move beyond surface-level problems and uncover what’s really driving student disengagement. We’ll also explore how closing the loop with students can turn data into meaningful action and stronger student success.