Our co-founder and CEO Melvin Hines sat on the steps of the classrooms his parents were in taking college classes at night as non-traditional students. Many years later he sat down with The Chronicle of Higher Education's Goldie Blumenstyk to talk about founding Upswing and why we're on a mission to create Real Results for Real Students. #TodaysStudents need and deserve support to succeed in #HigherEducation - listen in! https://lnkd.in/d6iYwdsb #upswing
Upswing
Higher Education
Durham, NC 2,934 followers
Partnering with schools to create a connected educational experience for #TodaysStudents
About us
Upswing provides a solution to reach, relate to, and retain today’s non-traditional learners by scaling student services, supporting 24/7 online tutoring, optimizing engagement and utilizing insightful data to identify and support at-risk students.
- Website
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http://upswing.io
External link for Upswing
- Industry
- Higher Education
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Durham, NC
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 2013
- Specialties
- Education, Online Technology, Coaching, Tutoring, Engagement, Retention, Edtech, Student Success, Student engagement, Higher Education, and Advising
Locations
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Durham, NC 27701, US
Employees at Upswing
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Yves Tkaczyk
CTO | Software Architect | ScrumMaster | Product Owner | Passionate Technology Enthusiast
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Carol K.
ESL Specialist | E-Tutor | Logotherapy Practitioner | Writer | AI Scribe Solutions | Remote Thesis Advisor | Generative Art
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Kimberly Renee Knowles
I ❤️ Connecting People & Resources Together to Make Success Possible. Professional Brainstormer, Multi-Passionate Collaborator, Pain Point Detective,…
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Frank Vanwelkenhuysen
Strategy Definition & Delivery | Business & Digital transformation | Interim Management
Updates
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The recent FAFSA fiasco has created stressful and uncertain financial circumstances for many college students across the country. Read this article to learn more about the students who have been affected: https://hubs.ly/Q02DBNJB0 #upswing #highered #fafsa #studentsupport #mentalhealth
The FAFSA failure as told by students and their parents
insidehighered.com
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Meet Aditya T., our June 2024 Tutor of the Month! Aditya has been tutoring with Upswing since 2021 and specializes in math and physics. He believes that "the key to building trust is communication." He supports students by treating them as individuals, listening to them, and understanding their pain points. Congratulations Aditya, and thank you for all that you do! #upswing #highered #tutoring #collegetutor
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Today, we celebrate Juneteenth, a day that represents freedom, resilience, and the enduring pursuit of equality. At Upswing, our mission is to empower historically marginalized communities to achieve their life goals. We believe that access to educational support services should be universal and free. By partnering with educational institutions, we strive to create a modern student services experience that helps more students attain their degrees. Join us in commemorating Juneteenth by reflecting on the progress we've made and recognizing the work still ahead. Let's continue to uplift and support each other in the journey toward true equality and empowerment. Together, we can make a difference. Visit our website to learn more about our mission and how you can get involved. https://hubs.ly/Q02CsYPN0 #upswing #highered #juneteenth #EducationForAll
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We'd like to extend our gratitude to all the distinguished presenters and dedicated attendees who joined us at Equity in Education 2024! Your insights, expertise, and unwavering commitment to fostering equitable and inclusive educational environments have been truly inspiring. Together, we are driving significant change and shaping a brighter, more inclusive future for all students. Jason Palmer Kelly Coultas Elizabeth "Buffy" Tanner Tracy Robinson Carla Fletcher Matt Bergman, Ph.D. Diana Garland Michael Frizell, MFA Ulric T. Hill Geoff Bailey Carrye Wilkins #EquityInEducation2024 #highered #inclusion #diversity #upswing
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Celebrate Pride Month with Upswing! We're committed to helping marginalized people achieve thier goals through access to educational support services, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to succeed regardless of race, class, gender, or orientation. Watch our recent webinar in partnership with Bettermynd, where we discuss mental health disparities among LGBTQIA+ students and explore strategies for administrators to create safe, inclusive campus environments. https://hubs.ly/Q02BrXsl0 #LGBTQIA+ #MentalHealthAwareness #Upswing #HigherEd #FreeWebinar
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Upswing's Equity in Education 2024 is happening TODAY at 11:00 AM ET! Unable to join for the full day? No worries! Simply register and attend the sessions that capture your interest the most. We will also be sending out the session recordings to all registrants. Register now: https://lnkd.in/dM_-GzZB
Are you a higher education professional searching for free professional development opportunities this summer? We're just one week away from Upswing's free virtual conference, Equity in Education! At Equity in Education, you will explore innovative strategies, network with like-minded professionals, and even earn a professional development certificate! Sessions will focus on preparing students for the digital age, adult learners, financial wellness, equity-minded teaching methods, and more. A wide variety of speakers will be featured, from former democratic candidate Jason Palmer to academic leaders such as Elizabeth "Buffy" Tanner and Tracy Robinson and esteemed education researchers such as Matt Bergman, Ph.D., and Carla Fletcher of Trellis Strategies. Don't miss this opportunity to help shape the future of inclusive education. Learn more and register today: https://lnkd.in/dM_-GzZB #upswing #highered #equityineducation #highereducationconference
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Last chance to register for Upswing's Equity in Education 2024, a free virtual conference taking place tomorrow, June 11 from 11:00 AM to 3:45 PM ET. Throughout this one-day event, we'll dive into critical topics including financial wellness, support for adult learners, and methods for improving educational outcomes for marginalized students. Register today and explore actionable solutions and strategies aimed at fostering equity and catalyzing meaningful transformation within your institution. Register now: https://lnkd.in/eXGCKuhT #upswing #highered #studentsupport #freewebinar #diversityandinclusion #DEI
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At Upswing, we’re all about providing authentic and proactive support to ensure student success and wellbeing. Our SMS engagement tool, Ana, is here to guide students through every step of their academic journey. In our latest blog post, we’re uncovering six amazing features of Ana that you might not know about! Read here: https://hubs.ly/Q02zYxSQ0 #Upswing #Highered #Studentsuccess #Edtech
6 Ana Features You Might Not Know About | Upswing
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Upswing is excited to participate in The Florida College System conference this week in Charlotte Harbor, FL! If you're in attendance, be sure to stop by the Upswing booth to connect with our New Partnerships team member, Willie Barnes Jr. Willie is looking forward to speaking with you about how Upswing can help you enhance and expand your online student services. He will also have some fun swag to give away! #upswing #highered #floridacollegesystem