Access to high-speed internet has become as essential to modern life as electricity or clean water. In today’s economy, broadband connectivity is the foundation for education, employment, healthcare and innovation. That is why I am…
Looking to enroll and retain more students, California colleges try shorter courses EdSource Eight-week courses have gotten traction at community colleges in states like Virginia, Indiana and Texas, and are gathering momentum in California. Nurturing…
They gathered in the nation’s capital during a prolonged federal government shutdown. Right before the stoppage, congressional Republicans eyed to further cut federal spending — perhaps even trimming funding for the very program that supports…
While most community college leaders verbally connect workforce and economic development, there is often little understanding beyond asserting this connection. As a result, community colleges have been unable to articulate a vision that emphasizes economic…
Central Carolina Community College’s (CCCC) Drive MOORE Solutions Capital Campaign kicked off with a big boost: a $500,000 challenge match from an anonymous lead donor who believes in doubling the community’s impact. Between now and…
The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) has been a champion of STEM technician education at community college for 75 years, navigating generations of students to sustainable career opportunities. That progress is now jeopardized by extensive…
Quarles highlights KCTCS’ role in Kentucky higher education sphere Hoptown Chronicle The Kentucky Community and Technical Colleges System is developing a strategic plan for 2026 through 2030, with a proposed mission to “accelerate Kentucky’s economy…
276,000 CC students could lose CalFresh benefits More complete student data among AACC’s recommendations White House withdraws ED nomination Higher ed seeks exemption from new H-1B fee 276,000 CC students could lose CalFresh benefits A…
The rate of Latino students enrolling in and graduating from community college baccalaureate (CCB) programs is growing, which is also leading to positive post-graduate outcomes. A new brief from the UCLA Latino Policy and Politics…
Since the Covid pandemic, community colleges have increased efforts to provide more services to students to help them overcome challenges and succeed in college. But a significant number of students don’t tap those services —…