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…
Florida college to establish National Electric Vehicle ConsortiumColorado college recognized for efforts to address student hungerHouse hearing on DOL priorities Florida college to establish National Electric Vehicle Consortium Indian River State College (IRSC) will use…
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…
More high school students than ever before took advantage of dual enrollment at Gadsden State Community College, marking a 57% increase since 2020. The announcement comes on the heels of the Alabama Community College System…
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis visited Seminole State College’s Sanford/Lake Mary Campus this month to announce $125 million in funding for nursing education. Through the statewide initiative, $100 million will help to establish the Prepping…
Student loan repayment, forgiveness debated at House hearingExpanding apprenticeships in North Carolina Student loan repayment, forgiveness debated at House hearing Student loan repayment and forgiveness were the focus of much of the higher education discussion…
Piedmont Virginia Community College (PVCC) has received a $400,000 grant from Bank of America. It’s the largest corporate donation made to date to the college’s Pathways Campaign. The grant will support construction of the Woodrow…
The American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) and Google have announced they will partner on a program in support of rural community colleges. The Google Career Certificates – Rural Serving Community Hub will support up…
There are plenty of events this week, including Congressional hearings, a webinar on using HEERF grants for mental health activities, and virtual discussions focused on preparing students and families for careers and college, including opportunities…
The U.S. Education Department (ED) is encouraging colleges to use available allotted money through the Higher Education Emergency Relief Funds (HEERF) to address student, faculty and staff mental health. The department on Thursday issued new…