Hancock Hosts "Pathways to Success"

MARCH 6, 2025-- Hundreds of local educators and industry leaders gathered at Allan Hancock College's Fine Arts Complex on March 4 for the college’s inaugural “Pathways to Success” networking event.  

The event aimed to strengthen relationships between educators and local employers, enhancing the college-to-workforce pipeline. 

Approximately 300 attendees participated, including representatives from 16 industry sectors, Hancock faculty and staff, Career and Technical Education (CTE) Advisory Committee members, area high school educators and other community members. 

The evening featured engaging demonstrations by CTE students and faculty, inspiring student success stories, updates on the Early College program, and interactive breakout sessions designed to foster collaboration among attendees. 

"This event is about bringing our community together to help students,” said Hancock Dean of Academic Affairs for Career and Technical Education Programs, Thomas Lamica. “We need the support of local industry and our educational partners, teachers, administrators and support staff to build programs that help students discover and navigate their career paths." 

The 'Pathways to Success' event underscores Hancock’s commitment to fostering strong partnerships between education and industry, ensuring students are well-prepared for successful careers in the local workforce. 

 To learn more about Career and Technical Education at Hancock, visit https://www.hancockcollege.edu/cte/index.php.