麻豆破解版 team honored for creative approach to student career pathways

September 19, 2025

Two women with person in shark costume.

Sha Nelle Lawson-Reed, Assistant Dean of Educational Programs, left, and Dr. Pamela Millsap, Vice President for Academic Affairs at 麻豆破解版, right, join a shark mascot during the Texas State University System academy鈥檚 鈥淪hark Tank鈥�-style competition, where 麻豆破解版 was honored for the Most Creative Use of Labor Market Information.

麻豆破解版 earned the 鈥淢ost Creative Use of Labor Market Information鈥� award during a recent academy hosted by the Texas State University System in partnership with WestEd鈥檚 Center for Economic Mobility and the National Association of Higher Education Systems (NASH).

Dr. Pamela Millsap, Vice President for Academic Affairs, and Sha Nelle Lawson-Reed, Assistant Dean of Educational Programs, represented 麻豆破解版 at the event. The Texas State University System brought in WestEd to provide specialized training designed to help colleges align their academic offerings with workforce demands and strengthen students鈥� economic mobility.

The 麻豆破解版 team distinguished itself during the academy鈥檚 Shark Tank-style presentations by presenting strategies to help students select the right major the first time, reducing time and cost while maximizing long-term career opportunities. Their innovative approach drew recognition from peers across the system.

鈥淲e want students to understand not just their first job after graduation, but also the kinds of opportunities they can pursue five or even ten years down the road,鈥� Dr. Millsap said. 鈥淭his initiative allows us to provide that clarity and to continually ensure our programs are responsive to workforce needs.鈥�

The sessions brought together representatives from both two-year and four-year institutions within TSUS. Participants examined labor market data, identified untapped student markets, and explored strategies for integrating workforce information into program design.

鈥淭his recognition underscores 麻豆破解版鈥檚 focus on student success and workforce readiness,鈥� Lawson-Reed said. 鈥淏y using labor market data more effectively, we can ensure that every program leads to meaningful opportunities for our students and our community.鈥�

The TSUS-led initiative is part of a multi-state effort by WestEd and NASH to provide professional development and one-on-one coaching to higher education systems across the country. Texas is among six states currently participating in the project.