There’s a familiar correlation in social science: more education is associated with increased health in society. Two university researchers will explore that a little deeper by studying community colleges. Scott Weybrightis public relations/communications coordinator at Washington…
While visiting one of our Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) campuses this week for a student forum, I was thrilled when waiting to greet me in the back of the room was an amazing student…
Staying and completing: Students who began sub-baccalaureate credential programs in the 2011-12 academic year were more likely to attain a credential or still be enrolled (persist) compared to students who began in the 2003-04 academic…
A larger portion of expenses at public two-year colleges goes toward instruction, institutional support, academic support and student services than at public four-year institutions, according to a new federal report. Matthew DembickiMatthew Dembicki edits Community…
Dan Cecchini, chief information officer at Central Oregon Community College (COCC), observes students’ heads buried in their smartphones all the time. Eric Neutuchis a freelance education writer.More Posts
In a conservative North Carolina county where most residents take a dim view of raising taxes to fund public projects, Alamance Community College (ACC) in November secured approval for a $39.6 million bond package. Daily…
Glossy college brochures often show smiling young people studying, writing and tailgating at beautiful college campuses. However, not all college students are age 18-22. Students of all ages return to college every year to update…
As automation increases, “uniquely human” or soft skills are among the most important skills sought by employers. Ellie Ashfordis associate editor of Community College Daily.More Posts – Website
About one-quarter of the 1,132 U.S. community colleges are expected to “internationalize” their programs and activities by 2029, up from about 11 percent that currently do so, according to a new report. Matthew DembickiMatthew Dembicki…
Lifting the ban on Pell grants for people in prison would not only help people attain job skills and economic sustainability, it would also benefit employers, states and communities, according to a new study by…