Achieving the Dream honors community colleges annually with the Leah Meyer Austin Award, recognizing significant improvements in student outcomes and equity gaps. Chattanooga State Community College and Southwestern Oregon Community College exemplify successful strategies through holistic approaches to student success. Criteria include a three-percentage point improvement in completion rates or recognition in the Aspen Prize. Key metrics reviewed include both early momentum indicators and completion rates, focusing on efforts to narrow equity gaps. These colleges' advancements showcase effective data-driven narratives to inspire other institutions in their quest for improvement.
Chattanooga State's Vision 2027 strategic plan led to transformative student success initiatives, shifting academic schedules and improving support services, significantly boosting student outcomes.
Southwestern Oregon's holistic approach focused on equity and student engagement, contributing to improved access and success rates, demonstrating the power of targeted strategies in education.
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