Nearly half of all undergraduate students enroll in a two-year college at some point in their educational career and many STEM students begin their degree by completing ‘gateway’ introductory chemistry courses at a two-year college. Equity-based and inclusive programs and experiences, particularly in gateway courses and curricula, are vital to the success of this diverse group of STEM students. Chemical educators and administrators are invited to share initiatives, programs, and partnerships that support and promote successful course, transfer, and degree completion for students starting their educational career in two-year college programs. High-impact strategies and initiatives that provide alternate pathways and opportunities for students may include curriculum-based changes, undergraduate research, internships, honors programs, transfer partnerships, peer-support, and like-me role model programs.