Mission & Vision
Enhancing Educational Opportunities Throughout the Life Course
Established in 2026, the Pathways Research and Resource Center (PRCC) is based in the University of Pittsburgh School of Education.
Founding director Eboni M. Zamani-Gallaher, Professor and Renée and Richard Goldman Dean, created the center to be a transformative hub of innovative work across P-20 education.
Our Purpose
Our mission is to lead innovative, equity-centered research, practice, and leadership development that strengthens the role of community colleges in expanding access to credentials of value, advancing workforce development, and fostering educational and economic mobility.
The vision of the Pathways Research and Resource Center is to create a centralized hub that drives innovation, equity, and excellence in postsecondary education. Our mission is to research, develop, and disseminate effective strategies and resources that support diverse educational pathways, thereby empowering students to achieve their full potential in their academic and professional pursuits.
Key Expertise
Pathway Analysis
Examining different educational pathways and their outcomes.
Equity and Access
Investigating barriers to postsecondary education and developing strategies to promote equity and inclusion.
Labor Market Alignment
Analyzing the alignment between educational programs and labor market needs to ensure students are well-prepared for the workforce.
Core Objectives
- Create and curate a repository of resources that support students, educators, and policymakers in making informed decisions.
- Conduct comprehensive research on postsecondary pathways, identifying trends, challenges, and opportunities.
- Advance applied research on credential attainment, workforce alignment, and mobility.
- Co-create solutions with practitioners to improve student outcomes.
- Scale equitable pathways through integration with the Pathways Center.
- Strengthen leadership pipelines for community college faculty, staff, and executives.
- Influence systems and policies that support inclusive postsecondary attainment, workplace learning, and regional economic growth.
- Offer training and development programs for educators and counselors to enhance their ability to guide students effectively.
- Outreach and foster collaboration with educational institutions, industry partners, and community organizations to expand the reach and impact of our initiatives.
