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AC GOAL 2:
Align Education with 
Workforce Needs

To ensure students receive an education that leads to meaningful employment, we must align our programs with current and emerging workforce needs.

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By focusing on these initiatives, we can drive sustainable economic growth, provide students with career-ready skills, and ensure the Texas Panhandle remains competitive in a rapidly changing job market.

MY COMMITMENT & PLAN OF ACTION​

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  • ​​​​INDUSTRY-DRIVEN CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT

Strengthen partnerships with local businesses, industries, and workforce development organizations to ensure our degree and certificate programs align with employer needs.​

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  • EXPANSION OF HIGH-DEMAND CAREER PATHWAYS

Invest in programs in high-growth sectors such as healthcare, renewable energy, advanced manufacturing, information technology, and agricultural technology.

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  • WORK-BASED LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES

Increase internships, apprenticeships, and co-op programs to provide students with real-world experience and direct pathways to employment.

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  • SUPPORT ENTREPRENEURSHIP & SMALL BUSINESSES

Develop programs and resources to foster innovation and support local entrepreneurs, diversifying the regional economy.

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  • TARGETED OUTREACH & RECRUITMENT

Collaborate with community leaders to attract and retain a skilled workforce, addressing gaps in critical industries.

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