The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) is now accepting applications for the third round of its Strengthening Community Colleges Training (SCCT) grants, which provides $50 million in funding for community colleges to address equity gaps…
The Aspen Institute on Tuesday announced the 10 community colleges that are finalists for the $1 million Aspen Prize. The winner, finalists with distinction and possibly “rising stars” — if the jury decides there is…
In northeastern Minnesota, five separate community colleges have officially merged into one accredited college: Minnesota North College. Since 1999, the colleges – Hibbing, Itasca, Rainy River and Vermilion community colleges and Mesabi Range College –…
The Biden administration is considering canceling federal student loans on a broad basis. Reports state that a popular proposal would eliminate $10,000 of student debt for individuals making up to $150,000 per year. However, delays…
When the Blue Origin rocket launches on Saturday, two San Diego City College alumni will play a key role in the suborbital vehicle’s journey through space. Among the six astronauts aboard will be Katya Echazarreta,…
A new report delves into the college trends of Asian subgroups in California, aiming to debunk misperceptions that all Asian Americans do well in college and don’t face the same challenges as students from other…
Career-connected education is a priority at Cañon City High School (CCHS) in rural Colorado. Of the 200 graduates this spring, 90% will graduate with college credit – more than 50 students with 50 credits or…
As community college campuses reopen post-Covid in an environment of declining enrollment, intercollegiate athletics programs are emerging as a potential draw for recruiting students. Serving as a key enabler of successful student-athlete programs are services…
Community college enrollments continued a significant downward slide this spring, but an increase among their freshmen offers a sliver of hope for larger increases in the fall, based on a new report by the National…
Workforce development is a hot issue on Capitol Hill. As Congress this spring continues to hold hearings to gauge workforce shortages in many industries, a common thread has appeared in the hearings: the role of…