May 6, 2022 | Issue # 211 I can’t begin to tell you how wonderful it was to see so many of you at AACC Annual. I hope you came away from the conference inspired, invigorated, and full of new ideas. Some highlights for me – in addition to seeing friends and colleagues – included Read More »
CEO to CEO Newsletter #210
April 22, 2022 | Issue # 210 We’re one week out from the start of the 2022 AACC Annual. I cannot wait to see you in person in New York. If you’ve looked at the schedule, you’ve probably seen that we have more than 100 amazing sessions scheduled. So many community college practitioners want to Read More »
CEO to CEO Newsletter #209
April 1, 2022 | Issue # 209 Today is the first day of Community College Month. It’s a great time to shout from the rooftops (or from Twitter) about the power of community colleges – and to encourage students, alumni, faculty, and staff to do the same. It’s also a good time to reinforce to Read More »
CEO to CEO Newsletter #208
March 18, 2022 | Issue # 208 We know community colleges are a good investment, and now there’s even more proof. This week, we heard news of dozens of colleges receiving earmarked funding championed by legislators as part of the final FY22 appropriations package passed by Congress and signed into law by President Biden this Read More »
CEO to CEO Newsletter #207
March 4, 2022 | Issue # 207 How is your mental health? In the past couple years, we’ve had to check in on the mental and emotional well-being of students, staff, and ourselves frequently. Though the news tells us that COVID is waning and masks can come off, I know there’s still apprehension. And the Read More »
CEO to CEO Newsletter #206
February 18, 2022 | Issue # 206 Black History Month is a time to reflect on the contributions of Black people throughout history. But it should also be a time for us to look at how we can ensure Black people have the space and support they need to succeed today and in the future. Read More »
CEO to CEO Newsletter #205
February 4, 2022 | Issue # 205 Last week at AACC’s Workforce Development Institute, session speakers reiterated the need for personalized supports for students. There is no one-size-fits-all model when it comes to meeting students’ needs. But every approach taken needs to start the same way—with listening. It doesn’t help students when we make assumptions. Read More »
CEO to CEO Newsletter #204
January 21, 2022 | Issue # 204 On Thursday, I sent out an email about the U.S. Department of Education’s announcement about the new $198 million grant funds and new guidance on the use of American Rescue Plan funds. I’d like to reiterate how grateful we at AACC are for your advocacy and for the Read More »
CEO to CEO Newsletter #203
January 7, 2022 | Issue # 203 Happy New Year! I hope you had some time over the past few weeks to rest and reset. Omicron has changed many plans recently. I know for some of you, it has meant your college has shifted again to remote learning. It’s discouraging, to be sure. But everything Read More »
CEO to CEO Newsletter #202
January 7, 2022 | Issue # 203 This is the last CEO to CEO Newsletter of 2021. I wish you all a joyous and healthy holiday. Before you turn on your out-of-office assistant, though, make sure you submit a session proposal for AACC Annual. The only way we can advance is if we learn from Read More »