Are We the Partner We Expect Them to Be?

In this episode of Transfer Tea, Loida sits down with Ashley to unpack a critical question emerging from research and practice: Are universities truly being the partners they expect community colleges to be? Drawing on insights from Loida’s dissertation, the conversation explores gaps in communication, policy clarity, and shared responsibility that impact transfer students. Together, they challenge traditional assumptions about the transfer pipeline and reframe partnership as a mutual, ongoing commitment. This episode calls on institutions to move beyond expectations—and toward action that better supports students on their transfer journey. Host:Dra. Loida González UtleyDirector of Recruitment and Enrollment ServicesTexas A&M University- Central Texas Guest:Ashley Lattimore, MBADirector of AdvisingLone Star College