Even during the pandemic, the University of Wisconsin-Parkside maintained its commitment to increasing college attainment in its region by continuing to set historic records for the number of graduates and student success. These efforts were recognized in 2022 by the American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU) with its Excellence and Innovation Award for Student Success and College Completion and a 4th place U.S. News ranking for social mobility among public colleges in the 12-state Midwest region. The number of graduates increased significantly from 771 in 2017 to 1,014 in 2022. This session will describe the planning and strategies used to advance the university’s mission during this challenging period.