A better bridge
A new partnership between a Northern Virginia community college and a local university not only aims to increase graduation rates and help students save time and money, it also hopes to meet the workforce needs…
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Hack, counter hack
David C. Wajsgras focuses on the cyber world where most interactions are faceless, but he knows the importance of face-to-face meetings with students interested in careers in cyber security. This past weekend, the president of…
Colleges team up to train MRI techs
Community colleges – especially colleges that are small or in rural areas – often lack the enrollment to justify offering high-cost programs. The Michigan Community College Association (MCCA) is addressing that problem through collaboration. Ellie…
An optimistic outlook for year-round Pell
Pell grants have been a fixture of federal financial aid since the 1970s, helping about 8 million low-income students attend college each year. U.S. Education Secretary Betsy DeVos is now considering allowing students to use…
The financial value of a college degree
Associate degrees consistently and significantly increase the earnings of workers — even during major economic downturns — but certificates are less consistent in boosting earnings, according to a paper that culls research from eight states….
Fostering STEM connections for girls
The Connectory and FabFems are two free resources that community college educators can use to encourage young people to pursue STEM knowledge and careers. Madeline PattonMadeline Patton is an education writer based in Ohio.More Posts
Scouting and STEM
Bart Gledhill sees great potential for Advanced Technological Education (ATE) initiatives to help in STEM career recruitment efforts and highlight the science opportunities at two-year colleges by partnering with local Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts…
A journey to the top
Lake Area Technical Institute (LATI) in South Dakota is the 2017 Aspen Prize winner, after being a finalist for the award every time since the first winner was announced. Matthew DembickiMatthew Dembicki edits Community College…
Colleges laud benefits of K-12 partnerships
Many community colleges that collaborate with secondary schools are reaping huge benefits, including helping students who are better prepared to succeed. Ellie Ashfordis associate editor of Community College Daily.More Posts – Website
‘Reverse site visits’ are a powerful part of MentorLinks
MentorLinks grants include travel support for the faculty members selected as mentees to visit their mentor’s college. Madeline PattonMadeline Patton is an education writer based in Ohio.More Posts