Short-term certificate programs at community and technical colleges can be effective at helping people land good-paying jobs. But for some program graduates, certificates don’t lead to the results they expected. Research company Education Equity Solutions…
Community colleges have long excelled in workforce preparation, a cornerstone of their educational mission. Since equipping students with job-ready skills is a well-established strength, community colleges are uniquely situated to broach the next frontier in…
I vividly recall my own struggles as a student grappling with the reading and writing demands of my four-year college. At times, I felt overwhelmed and discouraged, questioning whether I belonged in higher education. Fortunately,…
In today’s world, where we are grappling with the role of AI, evolving technologies and sweeping funding decreases, the study of the arts is more critical than ever. We must refocus the lens to define…
The mission of Young Invincibles (YI) is to amplify the voices of young adults in the political process and expand economic opportunity for their generation. We asked Executive Director Kristin McGuire about the higher education…
As we turn the page toward the crisp fall season and its limitless possibilities for our students’ futures, I’ve been thinking about some titles from my own bookshelves that, over the years, have informed and…
Community college leaders often say that their institution is “the community’s college.” For some, this means the institution is the next step following high school graduation or the place someone may go to enhance their…
Student senate and student government associations create an ongoing avenue for advocacy regarding policies and student activities — and the funding they require — so long as leaders, faculty and staff support these groups and…
As of 2023, 541 community or technical colleges were registered apprenticeship “sponsors,” meaning they officially administered and operated apprenticeship programs. However, only 208 of these colleges had an active apprentice. Therein lies the rub in…
In an era where the cost of higher education continues to rise, community colleges remain a critical gateway to opportunity for millions of students. These institutions provide affordable, accessible and high-quality education, enabling students from…