How Did MTSU Lift Its Graduation Rate by 8 Points? - with Mark Byrnes, Provost, Middle Tennessee State University
Key Takeaways
- Middle Tennessee State University successfully increased its graduation rate by 8 points through targeted student success initiatives.
- Mark Byrnes discusses how MTSU is actively defying the demographic cliff impacting higher education today.
- The conversation explores balancing technological advancements like AI while protecting the essential faculty-student bond.
- Listeners gain valuable insights into innovative leadership strategies and retention practices from a prominent university provost.
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- Why is Middle Tennessee defying the demographic cliff?
- How do you protect the faculty student bond in the age of AI?
- What drove MTSU's 8 point graduation gain?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Mark Byrnes?
Mark Byrnes is the Provost at Middle Tennessee State University, where he discusses strategies for improving student graduation rates and navigating higher education trends.
How much did MTSU lift its graduation rate?
Middle Tennessee State University successfully raised its graduation rate by 8 points through focused student success and retention measures.
What topics are covered with Mark Byrnes on The EdUp Experience?
The episode covers how MTSU is defying the demographic cliff, protecting the faculty-student bond in the age of AI, and the specific drivers behind their 8-point graduation gain.