Community College to Ph.D. Pathways in Computing 
Supported by the National Science Foundation (#2044858), this mixed-methods study will examine pathways from community colleges to computing Ph.D. programs, with the larger goal of diversifying the computing professoriate. Utilizing a sample of community college transfer students in computing majors across five research universities, we will empirically test the efficacy of an intervention to transfer orientation and academic advising developed to foster graduate school intentions. Additionally, we will utilize longitudinal surveys and interviews to explore other factors that shape key outcomes for upward transfer computing students, focusing on implications for how to advance equity and broaden access to computing graduate programs.
 
Dr. Blaney serves as the PI for this project, working in collaboration with Co-PI Dr. David Feldon, Professor of Instructional Technology and Learning Sciences at Utah State University.