Pathify Powers Up Prince George’s Community College

Originally established in 1958 to serve the eastern Washington D.C. region, Prince George’s Community College (PGCC) steadfastly embodies its mission in transforming lives through education, service and partnerships, always prioritizing student success and equity. And when they received feedback about their legacy student portal, they knew it was time for change.

A New Era of Engagement 

“At the time, our portal technology wasn’t fully serving our students,” said Dr. Sherrie Johnson, Vice President of External Affairs, Communications and Advancement, remembering the portal as “outdated, cumbersome and difficult to navigate.”

The College conducted student focus groups and identified a need for a modern, digital resource in delivering reliable and timely campus updates across both web and mobile devices. Using this feedback, PGCC diligently researched vendor options — along the way, consulting with several Pathify customers to grasp their use cases and experiences.

Student-Driven Success

Impressed with the depth and breadth of its functionality and glowing customer references, PGCC confidently selected Pathify as its new student portal.  “We now have a tool that meets all our students’ needs, whether they are registering for classes, paying tuition or engaging in campus life,” Johnson explained. 

As the college began building out its Pathify portal instance — “myPGCC” — the team tapped into student feedback again, involving them in the beta-testing phase before launch. “Students are really excited about what they’ve seen,” said Johnson, acknowledging the paired web/mobile experience as a significant convenience for daily tasks. “We look forward to fully delivering the functionalities students have requested.” 

Pathify’s training and implementation assistance ensured a smooth and supportive deployment. “We are very appreciative of the support Pathify provided in making sure our faculty and staff understand the platform to its fullest potential,” Johnson reflected. 

Future Vision

The institution remains particularly excited about Pathify Communities, allowing students to communicate and organize across groups and campus events. Mobile accessibility adds yet another layer of convenience, making it easier for students to stay connected and engaged. “Pathify energizes and enhances our student engagement and campus life,” said Johnson, adding that prioritizing student needs and experiences helps in providing top-notch experiences at Prince George’s Community College.

With Pathify, PGCC offers a dynamic, engaging digital environment that truly puts students first. As the college continues integrating and expanding its Pathify features, it remains committed to fostering a vibrant, authentic and connected campus life. 

Prince George’s Community launched its Pathify portal in summer 2024.

About Prince George’s Community College

Prince George’s Community College is a comprehensive community college serving more than 40,000 credit and noncredit students each year. Founded in 1958 as the first integrated school in Prince George’s County, the college prepares students to transfer to four-year colleges and universities, assists students in developing immediate workforce skills and readies students for the needs of employers. In addition to a main campus in Largo, Maryland, the college offers credit and noncredit instruction at four additional locations. Learn more at pgcc.edu. 

At A Glance

  • Student Headcount: 25,416
  • Faculty & Staff:  2,464
  • Institution Type: Public college
  • Location: Largo, Maryland
  • Academic Programs: 58 associate degree programs, 40 certificate programs
  • Tech Stack:
    • SIS: Ellucian Colleague
    • LMS: Canvas
    • Productivity: Microsoft