
Episode Nine: Higher Education Pathways: Northeastern and Roxbury Partnership
Join Jared on his journey to share the amazing stories of the vibrant and diverse community that make up the college he leads. Listen in as he talks with students, faculty, alumni and other community and industry leaders who make up the incredible constellation of CPS.
November, 2025
This episode focuses on a successful and expanding educational partnership that created an “associates to masters” pathway, allowing RCC students a seamless transition to a bachelor’s degree and then a master’s degree at Northeastern.
Guests:
Francesca Grippa, Senior Associate Dean of Research
Earlene Avalon, Teaching Professor and Academic Lead
Hillel Sims, Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs at Roxbury Community College
Daveen Blythe, Associate Dean of Professional Studies and Health Careers at Roxbury Community College
