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Commentary: Welcoming refugees in community colleges New America blog Even refugees who arrive with high levels of English, college degrees, or years of experience abroad may not be able to use this experience toward U.S….
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Funding roundup
College of Southern Maryland (CSM) has received a $100,000 gift from long-standing partner Educational Systems Federal Credit Union (ESFCU). ESFCU has pledged to collaborate with each CSM campus to support various programs, including financial consultations…
Viewpoint: Fueling the biotech boom and bridging educational gaps
Biotechnology is not just another industry; it’s a transformative force that has the potential to revolutionize healthcare, agriculture and even our approach to combating climate change. In recent years, North San Diego County has emerged…
International enrollments increase at community colleges
Community colleges saw a 7.2% uptick in international students last fall, the first time those enrollments increased since the 2016-17 academic year, according to an annual report from the Institute of International Education. More than…
Reporter’s notebook
Colleges add more flexible nursing programs Funding for advanced packaging of chips Virginia approves new teachers academy Info on securing patents New auto tech apprenticeship program in Michigan Colleges add more flexible nursing programs Several…
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What to know about transferring from a community college U.S. News & World Report The process of transferring to a four-year school, reverse transfers and tips to guide students. Following years of downsizing, Blue Mountain…
X-ray technician’s booming business
Carlos Castro never intended to become an X-ray technologist. In fact, the McAllen, Texas, native never even intended to go to college. “I’m a first-generation American, and college was a pipe dream,” Castro said. “There…
Funding roundup
The City University of New York (CUNY), which includes seven community colleges, will receive $550,000 from the New York City Council to expand anti-hate initiatives to address religious and ethnic discrimination on CUNY campuses. All…
Community colleges spur small business
Small businesses drive the American economy. According to the Small Business Administration (SBA), small businesses accounted for 12.7 million (62%) of new jobs created between 1995 and 2020, and 44% of U.S. economic activity in…
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Community college-to-UC pipeline gets a boost as California ‘guarantees’ transfers Hechinger Report Starting in 2026, California community college students will have a better shot at transferring to UCLA or other University of California campuses. East…