Ascendium's Education Philanthropy

We are deeply saddened by the news of the tragedy that took place in our community this week. We offer our sympathies to the victims’ families and friends during this heartbreaking time. The Madison community is kind and loving. And in challenging times, there is great strength in standing together. The United Way of Dane County has created the Abundant Life Christian School Emergency and Recovery Fund to help those impacted. Visit https://lnkd.in/e_4bXmy or text Help4ALCS to 40403 to donate. 100% of the funds go directly to ALCS.

Research from Complete College America outlines five common behavioral patterns that can hinder transformational change at #PostsecondaryEd institutions and includes recommendations on how to foster nimble teams to overcome these challenges. Click the link to read more. https://bit.ly/3ZqEA30 #AscendiumEP #RemoveBarriers

A recent grant to NPower expands their technology sector training programs and furthers #AscendiumEP’s commitment to expanding high-quality pathways to living-wage employment and building the evidence needed to grow effective #SectoralTraining programs. Click the link to read more. https://bit.ly/3DaP5zG #StreamlineTransitions

How can four-year #PostsecondaryEd institutions graduate more of their low-income learners? Read this article from #AscendiumEP’s media partner The Hechinger Report to learn how some institutions are helping these learners succeed by connecting them to opportunity and community. https://bit.ly/4f8Di2C

NCHEMS launches new grant opportunity for rural innovators!

Increased transparency, collaboration, and efficiency. Read Ithaka S+R's latest findings on users’ experiences of the CUNY Transfer Explorer, which aims to improve credit mobility across the The City University of New York system. https://bit.ly/3OEgmx5 #AscendiumEP

With the reinstatement of Pell Grant eligibility for incarcerated learners, Shon Holman-Wheatley is hopeful for the #HigherEdinPrison field’s direction. Check out the video to hear how Tennessee Higher Education Initiative is helping incarcerated learners earn a college credential, as well as offering support and resources as incarcerated learners navigate their reentry journey so they can accomplish their goals. #Changemakers #AscendiumEP

This year and every year, we’re thankful for all you’ve done to write a story in which learners from low-income backgrounds journey toward upward mobility. We’re looking forward to writing another chapter with you in the new year. #AscendiumEP #HappyHolidays

In a series of new reports, seven #CommunityCollege teams that participated in the Rural Guided Pathways Project explain the “a-ha” moments that framed their approach to implementing reforms. Click the link to learn more about their breakthrough moments. https://bit.ly/4eDuJfE #RuralPostsecondaryEd #AscendiumEP

“I really wanted to go back and help people find the success I found.” Meet Shon Holman-Wheatley, director of transitional programs at Tennessee Higher Education Initiative (THEI). Shon’s #Changemakers series begins with the role higher education played in his successful reentry journey and eventual career path. He says that success looks different for everyone, and now he’s able to guide participants through THEI’s programming to achieve their own success. Listen to the newest installment to hear more. #AscendiumEP