By examining one writing center's role in student success, this project offers two examples of the way writing centers impact student engagement. This analysis models a methodology that writing and learning center directors can utilize in order to foster effective communication with stakeholders. By conducting data-driven assessment, directors can begin to gather materials with which to negotiate with administrators and situate their centers at the core of student engagement. This work offers a methodology and sample data that produces critical inquiry and the requisite assessment that articulates writing center value. (Contains 4 tables, 1 figure, and 1 footnote.)