Colleges cope with unexpected crises
In 2014, a water crisis in Flint, Mich., had a major impact on Mott Community College. A year later, a horrific traffic accident that killed five international students and injured many more caused a huge…
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Real change requires a long-term commitment
These days, a growing number of community college presidents stay at their institution for five or six years before moving on, but leadership experts observe that presidents who stay a decade or longer typically make…
Surviving a vote of no confidence
A vote of no confidence needn’t be a kiss of death anymore for a college president, according to new research and feedback from seasoned community college leaders. Ellie Ashfordis associate editor of Community College Daily.More…
The road to convention: A network of support
Need to recharge your professional batteries? The 2017 American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) Convention in April can help. Below, AACC board member and Waubonsee Community College President Christine Sobek notes how the AACC convention serves…
The road to convention: An experience like no other
The 2017 American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) Convention April 22-25 in New Orleans is where the nation’s community college leaders will come together to network and hear from colleagues and stakeholders, including foundations, government…
The road to convention: Get inspired
The 2017 American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) Convention April 22-25 in New Orleans will provide ample opportunities to share your promising practices as well as hear what other leaders are doing to address similar…
Smooth pathways require faculty leadership
As community colleges work on developing guided career pathways – to help students stay on track with fewer wasted credits – they’re finding faculty buy-in is crucial. Because pathways call for streamlined curricula that might…
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Illinois college board adopts formula for $3M in emergency funds The Southern Illinoisan The Illinois Community College Board has adopted a formula to distribute $3 million in emergency funds to community colleges in need. UM…