STRIVE

What is STRIVE?

STRIVE stands for Students Taking Responsibility, Initiative, Vision, and Excellence.

This co-ed student success program is built to help you grow academically, personally, and professionally. Take charge of your education and stay on track to graduate through personalized guidance, tutoring, coaching, and advising.

Support Designed For You

Academic momentum, full-time enrollment, and course completion aren't just goals—they're the foundation of your success at PGCC. With STRIVE, you'll receive the support and structure you need to excel as a student.

• Thrive every semester: Get tips to stay focused on full-time enrollment.
• Persistence powers progress: Learn how to keep moving forward, even when obstacles arise.
• Momentum is your key to graduation: Discover how small, consistent steps add to long-term success.

STRIVE Opportunities

Discover ways to connect, grow, and lead inside and outside the classroom. Whether you seek additional support, a sense of community, or opportunities for leadership development, STRIVE offers several opportunities.

• STRIVE 360 Workshops: Open to all students, these workshops cover topics such as academics, wellness, advocacy, identity, and leadership. 
• STRIVE Power Circles: Engage in small group communities where students meet to talk about confidence, balance, and purpose. These power circles give you a built-in support system, accountability partners, and a personal hype squad.
• STRIVE Academy: This personal and professional leadership development experience equips you with the skills, confidence, and strategies needed to succeed in college, career, and life. STRIVE Academy is geared toward second-year students and beyond.

How to Get Involved

Take the first step by completing our intake form. Let us know which opportunities and college services you're interested in.

COMPLETE THE FORM

Contact Information

We're here to help if you have questions. Contact us at striveprogram@pgcc.edu.