Putting community first
Why would a group of 10 people from Temple College brave near 100-degree heat to tour a village for homeless people in Austin, Texas? Ellen Davisis director of marketing and media relations at Temple College…
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Establishing healthy collaborations
Developing and maintaining health sciences programs cannot be done in isolation. Western Technical College (Wisconsin) believes in community partnerships and collaboration. Diane Osterhaus Neefeis dean of general studies and former dean of health and public…
Washington Watch: House passes funding for MSIs
The House on Tuesday night passed bipartisan legislation that extends $255 million in funding for minority-serving institutions (MSIs), including Hispanic-serving institutions and tribal colleges. David BaimeDavid Baime is senior vice president for government relations at…
Why we offer second chances to inmates
Editor’s note: This article comes from the blog of the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society (PTK). It is reprinted with permission. “I’ve also made that big step in my life through education. Immersing myself down this…
Marketing online courses in a crowded field
Editor’s note: This article is part of a bimonthly series provided by the National Council for Marketing & Public Relations (NCMPR), an affiliated council of the American Association of Community Colleges. Andrea Hansteinis director of…
Global Connections: Bringing overseas experiences back to the classroom
For many college students, overseas study is a transformative experience. A semester abroad opens new horizons on the world, fosters appreciation for new cultures and languages, and often provides opportunities for critical reflection on long-held…
Responding first
The term “first responder” is generally applied to police, firefighters, paramedics and others who are first on the scene of an accident, natural disaster or other cataclysm. We owe an immense debt of gratitude to…
Training and advocating for ADNs
Nursing education is entering a new, dynamic period. As a nursing educator and a leader at a community college for many years, the importance of a community college and the impact it plays is demonstrated…
Washington Watch: Final ‘public charge’ rule remains a concern for college advocates
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security on Wednesday published its final rule that expands the circumstances under which a non-citizen applying for permanent legal status and others may be deemed a “public charge,” and thus…
Washington Watch: An ideal time to advocate
The just-started congressional recess gives community college leaders a great opportunity to express to their national legislators community colleges’ national priorities. When members are at home, they generally have more time and can focus better…