Project Background

Pathways is a new, holistic application designed to empower students throughout their academic journey and continue supporting their development as alumni. It provides a centralized platform with a suite of interconnected features aimed at fostering personal, academic, and professional growth.

Solution

An intuitive task management system where students can view and manage academic, career-related, and personal development tasks. Integration with academic calendars and deadlines would be key. Alumni could have relevant post-graduation tasks. Additional features such as: Resume review and feedback, Meeting Scheduling and Management, Interactive Quizes and Assessments, Mentor Discovery and Connections, Graduation Prep, Career Exploration and Preparation.

Process

01: Research and ideation

02: User flows

03: Wireframes

04: Conceptual designs

05: Final designs

06: Implementation and testing

Responsibilities

By leading the product design of Pathways, my aim was to create a dynamic and indispensable tool that empowers students and alumni to navigate their development journey with clarity, support, and purpose, fostering a lifelong connection with the institution.

Results

01: Move from 20% towards 100% of students and alumni served

02: Achieve high-touch customization without adding high-cost FTE

03: Deliver more mission fulfillment at a much lower price

03: Enhanced Student Success

03: Stronger Alumni Engagemen

03: Improved Career Readiness