In the design phase, a diverse, multidisciplinary Design Team of frontline employees produced recommendations for each strategy within the Theory of Change pillars. These recommendations are being activated and transformed into real change. Use the links below to follow the progress as implementation moves forward across the college.
Start Strong
Students who start their college journey strong are more likely to finish strong. Design recommendations are being implemented for the following strategies under this pillar of the Theory of Change.
- Co-Requisite Courses
- Direct to College Matriculation
- Dual Credit
- Required Advising
- Student Success Course
Enroll Full-Time
Getting our students on a path to attend college full-time is important to their success. Design recommendations are being implemented for the following strategies under this pillar of the Theory of Change.
- 8-Week Courses and Programs
- Academic Tutoring & Coaching
- Paying for College
- Strategic Scheduling
Meet Basic Needs
When we help our students meet their basic needs (food, housing, child care, transportation, and mental health), they can better focus on learning. A design recommendation is being implemented for this pillar of the Theory of Change.
- Meet Basic Needs
Belonging & Connection
Data shows that when our students feel a strong sense of connection and community, they excel. Design recommendations are being implemented for the following strategies under this pillar of the Theory of Change.
- Belonging in the Classroom
- Demonstrated Practices of Caring from Employees
- Transfer
- Vibrant Student Community