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,…
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…
Kudos Susan Looney, president of Reading Area Community College, has received the 2024 President’s Merit Award from the Berks County (Pennsylvania) Latino Chamber of Commerce. The award exemplifies the leadership, dedication and contributions to the…
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…
As the push to extend Pell Grant eligibility to include quality short-term education training programs continues, some community college leaders say Exhibit A for federal legislators considering Workforce Pell legislation should be how much state…
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…
Across the nation, Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month celebrates the contributions of Hispanics in the United States, highlighting our rich cultural history, traditions and growing influence on our nation’s multicultural identity. Since its inception, the…