At Middlesex Community College, extra help for Asian students
New York Times
After her first-ever class at Middlesex Community College (Massachusetts) last fall, Socheata Mam sank into a couch with her backpack in the main building’s lobby. The 19-year-old Cambodian immigrant was overwhelmed, realizing she had committed to a full load of five classes and her 30-hour-a-week job as a grocery cashier.
Commentary: Invest in a community college degree, not just access
San Francisco Chronicle
Too many students — especially those who have been underserved by K-12 schools and other social service systems — flounder without getting the support they need, unable to finish their credential or degree.
