TBR 2035

BUILDING

Tomorrow's

College

Strategic plan

CONNECT ACADEMIC PATHWAYS AND STUDENT EXPERIENCES TO CAREER OPPORTUNITIES.

Align all academic programs, transfer pathways, and college experiences with career opportunities that match workforce needs.

PRACTICES

Expand career coaching to guide students toward 21 st-century jobs in high-demand and high-wage fields.
Invest in establishing and growing academic programs that align with evolving workforce needs and economic opportunities.
Embed career exploration and workforce-ready credentials into all programs, including transfer pathways.
Build opportunities for hands-on career exploration through work-based learning and high-impact teaching practices.
Scale early postsecondary opportunities that allow students to complete credentials in career-aligned fields while in high school.
Strengthen students' core competencies through coursework that builds readiness for college and career success.
Respond to industry needs through non-credit training, apprenticeships, and robust workforce partnerships.

Our Progress

More than 250 college, business, industry and state leaders gather for Tennessee Workforce Convening

More than 250 leaders from business and industry and Tennessee’s public community and technical colleges gathered at Volunteer State Community College to strengthen communication and collaboration and enhance the development of career and technical education programs.
Tennessee's Community Colleges launch new TBR General Education Core

When Tennessee’s community colleges open the 2025-26 academic year this month, they’ll also launch the Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR) General Education Core, a transformative experience designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge for success in the 21st Century. o TBR's Center for Workforce Development Champions Nashville Songwriters Association Program at Nashville State
TBR's Center for Workforce Development Champions Nashville Songwriters Association Program at Nashville State

The TBR Center for Workforce Development champions programs like this to align education with industry needs and provide meaningful opportunities for students to achieve their career goals. SkillsUSA

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