May 14 Webinar: Community Colleges and Career Pathways

The registration link for today's webinar, Tuesday, May 14 from 3:00 to 4:30 p.m. EDT on the central role of community colleges in career pathways systems is available: https://educateevents1.webex.com/educateevents1/onstage/g.php?d=747953597&t=a

Building on the National Dialogue on Career Pathways held last October, this event will bring together foundation, state, and local community college representatives to discuss the central role of community colleges in career pathways systems

Whitney Smith from the Joyce Foundation will discuss the importance of career pathways systems and the Joyce Foundation’s work to expand the development of these efforts in the Great Lakes region.  Dr. Jay Box, Chancellor of the Kentucky Community and Technical College System, will present on the numerous statewide initiatives underway in Kentucky to ease postsecondary access and transitions for youth and adults.  The webinar will also highlight two promising local career pathways programs.  Deborah Davidson, Vice President for Workforce and Economic Development at Gateway Technical College in Kenosha, Wisconsin will discuss the work of her institution to provide on-ramps for low-skill adults to access postsecondary education and training.  Lupe Chavez, Director of High School Programs at South Texas College in McAllen, Texas will also present on South Texas’ efforts to expand partnerships with local high schools to increase dual enrollment and promote postsecondary transitions for young adults. 

We are looking forward to engaging with you during this event. Thanks!