Title III Student Success Project

Recognizing the unique challenges faced by its diverse student population in rural Arizona, Northland Pioneer College (NPC) launched a comprehensive and revolutionary student success project under a Title III initiative. This multifaceted project includes the establishment of a Virtual Student Services Center (VSSC), deployment of mobile units to serve students in remote communities, and development of learning communities aimed at fostering academic collaboration and support. While initially funded through Title III, these initiatives have become invaluable resources for all NPC students, significantly improving access, engagement, and overall academic achievement. Since the implementation of the initiative, NPC has seen measurable improvements in several key areas of student success. Retention rates have increased, particularly among first-year students and those from traditionally underserved populations. Students have expressed high levels of satisfaction with the accessibility and responsiveness of services, citing the VSSC and mobile units as critical tools for navigating their college experience.

Innovators

• Rickey Jackson, Coordinator, Learning Communities
• Tonya Thacker, Project Director, Title III