March 24, 2017 | Issue # 083
Earlier this month, I attended opens in a new windowa meeting led by AACC and AASA, The School Superintendents Association, which focused on how programs such as dual enrollment could receive more support from non-federal sources. I heard from K–12 and college leaders ( opens in a new windowlisted here) about successful programs that are getting students trained for the workforce faster and are gaining support from local businesses. As dual enrollment programs grow across the country, we’ll continue to have these important discussions.
opens in a new window“Real Change Requires a Long-Term Commitment”
Leadership experts observe that presidents who stay a decade or longer typically make lasting improvements in student success. Learn more in opens in a new windowCC Daily.
opens in a new window“Making Career Connections Easier”
opens in a new windowCommunity colleges are committed to tackling workforce challenges in their states. Read about it at the opens in a new window21st Century Center.
opens in a new windowNew ACE Board Chair Named
Judy C. Miner, chancellor of Foothill-De Anza Community College District in California, has been elected chair of the opens in a new windowboard of directors of ACE. Congratulations, Judy!
opens in a new windowThere’s Still Time to Register
Haven’t registered for the AACC Annual Convention yet? opens in a new windowRegister now. And opens in a new windowbook your hotel by March 30 to take advantage of the group rate.
opens in a new windowServe on an AACC Commission
If you want to get more involved on the national level, opens in a new windowsign up to join one of nine commissions. CEOs, vice presidents/vice chancellors, associate/assistant vice presidents/vice chancellors, and provosts from AACC member colleges are eligible to apply. Appointments range from 1 to 3 years. Commissions meet twice a year, and have access to information on the latest trends and issues affecting community colleges. opens in a new windowSign up today. The deadline for applying for a commission appointment is May 5.
opens in a new windowSend Your Staff to AACC Leadership Training
The next AACC John E. Roueche opens in a new windowFuture Leaders Institute, or Roueche-FLI, will take place June 25–28, 2017, in Washington, DC. It’s aimed at mid-level community college administrators who look to be leaders in their current positions or are ready to move into a higher level of leadership. opens in a new windowFunding is available to help cover the cost of the institute. AACC’s opens in a new windowFuture Presidents Institute (FPI) is also taking place June 25–28. It’s designed for senior leaders aspiring to the community college presidency.
Where’s Walter
On March 13, I attended a meeting of the search committee charged with identifying the next president of the American Council on Education (DC).
I was pleased to attend the announcement of the Aspen Prize winner on March 14 in Washington, DC. Of note, Odessa and San Jacinto Colleges, led by two AACC board members were identified as Rising Stars. And congratulations to Aspen Prize winner Lake Area Technical Institute.
See more opens in a new windowWhere’s Walter.