Research & News

Re-thinking what drives retention

High-impact practices don’t just engage students, they help keep them enrolled and on track for success. Our latest report features research conducted in partnership with Arizona State University and the University of California, Irvine explores how the Career Accelerator positively impacts student retention.

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Podium in the news

News

Aug 25, 2026

Penn State Smeal Career Accelerator pilot gives students real-world experience

Penn State highlights how the Career Accelerator is helping Smeal students build confidence, gain real-world experience, and prepare for their careers.

News

Jul 24, 2026

A new way for Terps to ‘accelerate’ toward career success

The University of Maryland discusses how its partnership with Podium Education is helping students from any major access authentic work experience that builds in-demand skills.

Features

Aug 04, 2026

This fall's hottest trend on campus: Experiential Learning

Kathleen deLaski highlights Podium Education's approach to embedding experiential learning into the college curriculum, making career-connected experiences more accessible and scalable.

Features

Nov 12, 2025

Signals in Higher Ed podcast: The new playbook for college ROI

Chris Parrish shares the story behind Podium Education and explores how experiential learning is helping institutions demonstrate tangible value to students and employers.