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Commentary: Community colleges, the PROSPER Act and the path to student success
RealClearEducation.com
Community colleges are often the first resort for Americans looking to put their skills to work as soon as possible, writes Rep. Virginia Foxx (R-North Carolina), who chairs the U.S. House Education and the Workforce Committee. Ignoring the needs of these students is a disservice to the nation’s future workforce.

Commentary: No, one-third of American college students aren’t homeless and hungry
The Federalist
Some community college students do struggle, but there’s no real evidence of a crisis, according to an actuary.

The latest vocational push in Iowa City schools? Home-building
Iowa City Press Citizen
Faced with a shortage of construction workers across the state, the Iowa City area Home Builders Association is partnering with Kirkwood Community College to revive what used to be an annual activity in Iowa City Community School District: building a house with students.

Virginia college expands local manufacturing program
Martinsville Bulletin
Patrick Henry Community College has established an educational credential program to provide students the basic skills they need for advanced manufacturing jobs.

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