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Commentary: A ready-made model for Workforce Pell: Inside Lorain’s Fast Track programs New America blog One college already has a program model that is well-positioned to fit the Workforce Pell paradigm and set the standards…
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Commentary: Workforce Pell is (finally) law. Now what? Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond (blog) For new entrants into higher education who previously felt college was unaffordable, Workforce Pell may provide an opportunity. However, there are…
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No college degree, no problem? Not so fast Hechinger Report States and companies have shed degree requirements for jobs, but evidence of actually hiring those without a bachelor’s is scant. Doing high school and college…
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Workforce Pell: Here are 5 big challenges for implementation University Business Only five of the 60 workforce training programs offered at Central New Mexico Community College are currently eligible for the Workforce Pell, according to…
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Light rail’s push to Federal Way gives students, workers front-door access Seattle Times How a new light rail station at Washington’s Highline College will open up new opportunities for its students. Commentary: I earned my…
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How a new law could change the way low-income students access college Chronicle of Higher Education DeRionne Pollard, president and chief executive of the American Association of Community Colleges, said she expects most Pell-eligible workforce…
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Rochester STEAM Summit highlights career options beyond four-year degrees for students as trade and technical fields gain popularity KAAL Thousands of students last week spent a day at Rochester Community and Technical College for the…
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Commentary: Remember your why: Community colleges are America’s most powerful engine for opportunity and renewal The Evolllution Community colleges have always served as drivers of opportunity and mobility for students, and that mission has only…
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How to lead through change with intention Mission Forward with Carrie Fox (podcast) A conversation with AACC President and CEO DeRionne Pollard is a reminder that leadership begins with memory, intention and connection — long…
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Long Beach City College is pioneering accelerated 8-week classes Long Beach Post In recent years, the California college has significantly expanded its accelerated 8-week courses and seen tremendous success, particularly among Black students and adult…