As departments search for officers, CVTC law enforcement program creates connections
Chippewa Herald
Social media, news outlets, compensation and moving up in careers are all reasons many authorities say may contribute to fewer candidates vying for positions, but Chippewa Valley Technical College and the University of Wisconsin-Stout both say they have seen their criminal justice and law enforcement programs grow within the last few years.
Community college council agrees on proposed funding formula
West Virginia MetroNews
Funding would be determined by access, success and workforce development.
West Virginia study group wants 2-year colleges involved
Associated Press
A group reviewing West Virginia’s higher education system wants two-year community and technical colleges added to the study.
Rauner signs bill to educate students about college loans
Tribune News Service
Under the bill, each public university and community college in Illinois will have to send a yearly letter to students with college loans detailing the amount of the loan and annual repayment amounts.
Ventura County’s community colleges try to ease students’ first-year jitters
Ventura County Star
It’s more than just the first day of school; it’s the first day of working toward a dream. And that’s exactly why Ventura County community colleges have a first-year student welcome event to try and ease the minds of those who will be new to Oxnard, Ventura and Moorpark colleges.
The sky is the limit at Texas State Technical College for homeless man turned college graduate
Chron.com
Last Thursday night was life changing for 22-year-old Darryl Jackson, who graduated with his certificate in electrical lineworker technology from Texas State Technical College — a feat that not long ago seemed impossible for this homeless man.
Commentary: I went from prison to professor – here’s why criminal records should not be used to keep people out of college
The Conversation
Federal policymakers could increase opportunities by removing Question 23 on the federal student aid form that asks if applicants have been convicted of drug crimes.
Allen goes from ‘Last Chance U’ to 2nd chance at Texas Tech
Associated Press
After being kicked off the football squad at Texas Tech University for a burglary charge, Dakota Allen went to East Mississippi Community College, the first school featured on “Last Chance U,” which focuses on talented and often troubled players who had few, if any other, options.
