June 2, 2017 | Issue # 089 There is much uncertainty right now about funding for higher education at the state and federal levels, but there’s little doubt that legislators on both sides of aisle understand the power of Pell. Recently, the Pell Grant Preservation and Expansion Act was introduced in Congress. It would ensure […]
Spotlight: Anne Arundel Community College
“Through hundreds of academic and workforce programs, Anne Arundel Community College proudly leads our 46,000 students to sustainable wages and a more meaningful life. In fact, last year AACC (along with our students and alumni) generated $520 million in revenue for the local economy. We’re very proud of the services we are able to provide […]
DataPoints: More education = better jobs
Higher education attainment leads to increased earnings and lowers the likelihood of unemployment. Read full PDF.
CEO to CEO Newsletter #088
May 19, 2017 | Issue # 088 None of us would be where we are without the benefit of mentorship and training. It’s so very important to “pay it forward” to those leaders and future leaders at your institution. We have a responsibility to ensure the next generation of leaders is prepared to succeed. That […]
Spotlight: Prince George’s Community College
“Prince George’s Community College is dedicated to education and committed to student success and completion. The college is dedicated to increasing graduation rates through a formal pledge of completion that reflects national and statewide efforts to boost the number of graduates. To that end, the college has embarked on a completion agenda, called Envision Success, […]
DataPoints: Veterans benefits help students succeed
About seven out of 10 student veterans using Post 9/11 GI benefits completed or were progressing in their programs between August 2009 and December 2013. Read full PDF.
CEO to CEO Newsletter #087
May 5, 2017 | Issue # 087 These last 2 weeks have been a whirlwind of activity. First, AACC was pleased to host a successful 97th Annual Convention. This is attributed to all of you who participated as attendees or speakers. Our second piece of great news came in the form of the reinstatement of […]
Five Innovative Community Colleges Named Awards of Excellence Winners
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 25, 2017 Contact: Martha Parham 202-728-0200 x209 mparham@aacc.nche.edu American Association of Community Colleges Honors Visionary Work of Community Colleges New Orleans, La. — The nation’s community colleges educate nearly half of all undergraduate students. As students’ needs change, so do these institutions, always working to help students reach their educational and […]
Three Community College Legends Recognized for Contributions to Higher Education
April 22, 2017 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Martha Parham 202/728-0200 x209 mparham@aacc.nche.edu Judith Eaton, Rosemary Gillett-Karam and Tony Zeiss receive AACC Leadership Award New Orleans, La. – Whether leading an accrediting agency, a leadership program or a community college, the end goal is the same: improving the lives of students and their chances for success. […]
Outstanding Community College Alumni to be Honored by National Association
4/20/2017 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 20, 2017 Contact: Martha Parham 202/728-0200, x209 mparham@aacc.nche.eduRecipients are examples of community colleges’ ability to change lives Washington, DC—Community colleges are the gateway to educational and career success for millions of students. This year, the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) is honoring outstanding community college alumni who have made […]