Interest among youth in alternatives to college degrees continues to grow, but a new survey indicates many young people don’t know much about non-degree options or how to determine their quality. The survey from American…
An extended pathway for agriculture students Opening opportunities along the biotech career path Broader dual-enrollment options Expanding a nursing education partnership An extended pathway for agriculture students In Alabama, Wallace Community College-Dothan (WCCD) and Auburn…
Bill proposes lower threshold for foreign gift reporting Part-time police academy in Michigan At the forefront on climate change Bill proposes lower threshold for foreign gift reporting House Republicans have introduced a bill that would…
For dual enrollment to be transformational at scale, it needs a revamped strategic approach that aligns better with students’ interests and potential career pathways, and expands access to underserved students, according to two new publications…
National Manufacturing Day — MFG Day, for short — has over the past few years helped to spotlight careers in the sector. Facing a dire shortage of skilled workers, this year is particularly important for…
The U.S. government is making massive investments to update America’s infrastructure so we can meet some of the biggest challenges of this century: addressing climate change, improving economic competitiveness, and safeguarding our supply chain. This…
The articles below are part of a three-part series examining the use of labor market information (LMI) to promote community college agility. Tapping powerful labor market information for agilityLabor market information enabled Mohawk Valley Community…
Over the past several years, community colleges have increasingly focused on helping students prepare for the workplace of today and tomorrow and on helping employers meet their labor force needs. Yet, prospective college students and…
Falling transfer rates have been a concern among higher education experts for several years. But collaborations between community college and university systems and statewide reforms show promise in reversing declines. Nationally, the number of community…
The U.S. Joint Economic Committee, a panel comprising lawmakers from both congressional chambers that reviews economic conditions to recommend improvements in economic policy, held a hearing Wednesday about job training for the clean-energy transition. Among…