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Workforce Pell: Here are 5 big challenges for implementation University Business Only five of the 60 workforce training programs offered at Central New Mexico Community College are currently eligible for the Workforce Pell, according to…


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Light rail’s push to Federal Way gives students, workers front-door access Seattle Times How a new light rail station at Washington’s Highline College will open up new opportunities for its students. Commentary: I earned my…


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How a new law could change the way low-income students access college Chronicle of Higher Education DeRionne Pollard, president and chief executive of the American Association of Community Colleges, said she expects most Pell-eligible workforce…


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Rochester STEAM Summit highlights career options beyond four-year degrees for students as trade and technical fields gain popularity KAAL Thousands of students last week spent a day at Rochester Community and Technical College for the…


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Commentary: Remember your why: Community colleges are America’s most powerful engine for opportunity and renewal The Evolllution Community colleges have always served as drivers of opportunity and mobility for students, and that mission has only…


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How to lead through change with intention Mission Forward with Carrie Fox (podcast) A conversation with AACC President and CEO DeRionne Pollard is a reminder that leadership begins with memory, intention and connection — long…


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Long Beach City College is pioneering accelerated 8-week classes Long Beach Post In recent years, the California college has significantly expanded its accelerated 8-week courses and seen tremendous success, particularly among Black students and adult…


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Community colleges face new challenges as Trump battles with higher education PBS News Hour The Trump administration’s battles over higher education have mostly focused on elite and some public universities. But the president’s policies are…


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Delgado Community College has been trying to woo younger students. It’s working. Nola.com Delgado Community College, which has five campuses in the greater New Orleans region, has ramped up its recruitment of high schoolers, arguing…


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Amid funding cuts, NH universities and community colleges pursue collaboration New Hampshire Bulletin As they battle long-term drops in enrollment, state colleges and universities are hoping closer collaboration with community colleges will increase interest and…