Program Type: Pre-conference Workshop (Half-day, 3-hour)
Professional Competencies: Assessment, Evaluation, and Research - Foundational, Social Justice and Inclusion - Intermediate
Content Areas: Equity, Inclusion, and Social Justice Programs and Advocacy, First-generation Students
Target Groups: Community College Professionals, New Professionals
Institution Types: Community Colleges, Mid-Size Colleges & Universities
Certification Domains: Assessment and Evaluation, Social Justice and Inclusion
Certification Approved Credit: CE Credit - SJI
Abstract
Of the 1.8 million students enrolled in the California Community Colleges (CCC) system, 35% identify as first-generation. The CCC system engaged the Guided Pathways (GP) framework to advance equity, transform institutions, redefine college/career readiness, and redesign student support. Implementing GP aims to clear paths for students and remove systemic obstacles to their success. GP is an opportunity for system-wide transformation to rethink how existing structures, programs, and practices align with student needs.
Presenters
Angel Gonzalez Assistant Professor of Higher Education Administration and Leadership
California State University-Fresno
Eric Felix Associate Professor, San Diego State University
Nathen Ortiz Assistant Director, Student Onboarding, University of San Diego
Citlalli Franco-Amezcua Academic Coordinator, TRiO McNair Scholars Program, University of San Diego
Exploring the Possibilities of Guided Pathways for First-generation Community College Students
