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Stepping Blocks Integration in Freshmen Orientation Courses (Georgia State University-2023)

Strategy/Project Name: 
Stepping Blocks Integration in Freshmen Orientation Courses
Momentum Area: 
Purpose
Pathways
Strategy/Project Description: 

Encourage students to use of Stepping Blocks data to better understand their career path and the salary and job opportunities associated with this choice.

In freshmen orientation classes each 1st-year student will be required to complete an assignment designed to encourage the use of stepping blocks data.  Based on an academic major of interest, students will research common jobs associated with the major as well as the job market and the salaries associated with these positions.

Activity Status: 
Evaluation/Assessment plan: 

Evaluation Plan and measures: Percentage of students completing project

Baseline measure: New project

Goal or targets: 80% completion

Time period/duration: Fall 2023

Progress and Adjustments: 

Each academic department has completed a Stepping Blocks pages which enable students to easily based on academic interests

Plan for the Year Ahead: 

At the end of the fall term will evaluate usage of platform and revise outreach as appropriate.

Challenges and Support: 

Training instructors about assignment and new tool

Branding digital career counselor

Primary Contact: 
Allison Calhoun-Brown, Sr. Vice President for Student Success and Chief Enrollment Officer
Ramona Simien, Director Employer Relations