A new report by the College Board shows that community college students were much more adversely affected by the pandemic than four-year college students, largely reinforcing what previous studies have shown. The report examines how…
Citing pandemic struggles, Seattle offers more support for students in tuition-free community-college programSeattle TimesStudents in Seattle’s tuition-free community-college program will get additional support, including summer classes, expanded financial aid and help transferring to four-year colleges,…
This year’s winners of the American Association for Women in Community Colleges’ (AAWCC) annual awards are probably on many people’s short-list when it comes to seeking advice on leadership, partnerships, advocacy and more. That’s because…
Overall, transfer enrollment at community colleges continues to be hit hardest by the pandemic, regardless of student group, gender, race and ethnicity or age. However, upward transfers from two-year to four-year institutions increased this spring,…
As local government cyber attacks grow, network of colleges becomes first line of defenseSpokane Public RadioLocal governments and critical public infrastructure are increasingly becoming the target of cyber-attacks. But some of those governments are working…
Four community colleges will receive 2021 IDEAS (Increase and Diversify Education Abroad for U.S. Students) grants to help build and strengthen their study abroad programming. Centralia and Green River colleges in Washington, Northern Virginia Community…
A crisis reveals the strength of a leader. The past year has shown us this fact again and again as we have faced a global pandemic, economic devastation, and a racial and social justice uprising….
New CEOs James “Greg” Hodges will become the next president of Patrick Henry Community College (PHCC) in Virginia. He has 17 years of higher education experience, most recently as vice president of academics and student…
President Joe Biden on Friday afternoon unveiled his fiscal year (FY) 2022 budget request, which fleshes out some of the higher education highlights he announced in April, including increases for community colleges, Pell Grant awards,…
Whitmer proposes eliminating long-time school funding gapAssociated PressThe Michigan governor’s plan would boost spending on vocational and skilled trades programs, literacy coaches and provide a 2% funding increase for community colleges. Back to school: Interest…