In 2017 a group of faculty and staff joined together to see if students, families, and employers valued out of the classroom experiences. Surveys were completed by CMU students, parents and employers. The research was clear – employers value co-curricular experiences because of the skills students gain, like critical thinking, problem solving, team work, and leadership. Students and families did not perceive the same benefits. The CMU Gold Path aims to address this gap by providing students with a way to get involved, track attendance, learn about skills developed, and reflect on how these skills relate to future careers.