Guided Pathways Workshops

This guided pathways workshop series helps colleges redesign program onboarding using the Ask-Connect-Inspire-Plan (ACIP) framework to support student success. It includes customizable slide decks, facilitator guides, activities, and real-world examples to help institutions tailor reforms to their campus needs.

Ask-Connect-Inspire-Plan: How to reimagine onboarding into a program of study

This resource introduces the Ask-Connect-Inspire-Plan (ACIP) framework, designed to help community colleges improve student retention and success, especially among underserved groups. It outlines research-backed strategies for guiding students in exploring career paths, building connections, gaining confidence through coursework, and creating a personalized education plan.

Introduction to Guided Pathways: Implementation – Helping Students Get on and Stay on a Path

This video illustrates how institutions can implement the Guided Pathways Model by clarifying students’ choices and supporting them toward degree completion. Created by OCCRL, it explores the fourth pillar of implementation: Ensuring Students are Learning. College leaders can use this to enhance student success strategies.

Student Voice #4

In this video, a student shares their experience with academic advising and four required career-focused courses in their program. These courses help with study skills, career planning, resume building, job interviews, and securing a required internship through the college’s employer partnerships.