The Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP) is a 5-year initiative focused on improving student learning outcomes and success at Guilford Technical Community College. Our QEP, titled "Here to Succeed," aims to increase student engagement and attendance in the first 12 credit hours of instruction.
Improving Student Success in the first 12 credit hours!
Research shows that students who successfully earn 12 credits in two years have significantly higher overall success rates. As a majority student of color institution, GTCC is committed to raising achievement for all students and reducing equity gaps.
Our QEP arose from four years of research on improving early student success and aligns with our Guided Pathways 2.0 initiative. It directly supports GTCC's commitment to student achievement as outlined in our Institutional Effectiveness Framework.
Implement a college-wide attendance policy
Increase student engagement in the classroom
Provide professional development for faculty and staff
Establish a financial aid distribution system supporting completion
Download an in-depth read on the GTCC QEP Focus [PDF].
Download an overview presentation with stats on the GTCC QEP [PDF].
The QEP represents GTCC's commitment to student success. Faculty, staff, and students all play a crucial role in making "Here to Succeed" a reality. Together, we can create a more engaging learning environment and improve outcomes for all GTCC students.
Find out how GTCC is improving student success in the first 12 credit hours.
Quality Enhancement Plan Report
| Kara Baldwin, Director of Grant-Sponsored Programs | Justin Lyons, Director, Marketing and Communications |
| Jeremy Bennett, QEP Development Committee Chair, Associate VP of Instruction | Amanda Melniczek, Faculty/Co-Chair, Center for Teaching and Learning |
| Kristen Corbell, Director of Institutional Research | Kirby Moore, Associate VP, Onboarding and Admissions |
| Rich Depolt, Department Chair, Accounting, Business, & Supply Chain Management | Ann Proudfit, VP of Student Services |
| Kristin Dotson, Director, Institutional Support and Special Projects | Brad Spielman, Director, Center for Academic Engagement |
| LaTia Hairston, Faculty/Program Director, Cosmetology | Ronnie Smith, IT Systems Manager |
| William “Keith” Karriker, Registrar | Nick Yale, Faculty/Interim Director, Aviation Programs |
| Lisa Koretoff, Director, Financial Aid |