August 12, 2021 | Issue # 193 Last week, we held our annual board orientation, committee, and board meetings. It was such a pleasure to greet board members in person. Though we were still exercising caution due to Covid-19, it was wonderful that we could all be in the same room – even if we Read More »
CEO to CEO Newsletter #192
July 23, 2021 | Issue # 192 The buzz about free community college continues to grow. But, as we know, when positive buzz grows, detractors also make their voices heard. Don’t let this be a distraction. We know the truth: free community college will put so many Americans on the path to a brighter future. Read More »
CEO to CEO Newsletter #191
July 9, 2021 | Issue # 191 I hope you had a wonderful 4th of July weekend. This week, I was pleased to see some familiar faces in person: The AACC staff is back in the office. The pandemic isn’t over, but it feels as though we’ve turned a corner. We also will start hosting Read More »
CEO to CEO Newsletter #190
June 25, 2021 | Issue # 190 The summer has just started, but I know your plans for the fall are solidifying. Some colleges will be fully in person; some will be a mix of online and in person. Some colleges are requiring vaccinations and some aren’t. You have spent the last year-and-a-half making tough Read More »
CEO to CEO Newsletter #189
June 11, 2021 | Issue # 189 Graduation season is winding down. I’ve loved hearing about commencement ceremonies. No matter how you celebrated this year – online, in-person, or with drive-thru events – thank you for all the work you have done to safely honor your graduates. We’re entering the summer feeling hopeful about what Read More »
CEO to CEO Newsletter #188
May 28, 2021 | Issue # 188 Yesterday marked the end of AACC Digital. I was so pleased to recognize our Awards of Excellence finalists and announce the winners. Congratulations to the winning colleges and thank you for all the hard work you do! You can read about the awards here. Also, thank you to Read More »
CEO to CEO Newsletter #187
May 14, 2021 | Issue # 187 AACC Digital kicked off last week with some timely and informative sessions. I’m thrilled we’re able to offer this professional development opportunity for community college professionals in a safe way, and I hope those who are attending sessions each week find it valuable. Just a reminder that if Read More »
CEO to CEO Newsletter #186
April 30, 2021 | Issue # 186 Investing in community colleges and the students they serve is critical to growing the economy and moving more people to the middle class. I’m thrilled the Biden Administration recognizes this and included free community college in the American Families Plan this week. It’s something AACC has long endorsed Read More »
CEO to CEO Newsletter #185
April 16, 2021 | Issue # 185 Last week, we held our board, commission, and committee meetings. We’d usually meet in person at the AACC convention, and I’m looking forward to the time when we can meet in person again. Even over Zoom, though, I could see and hear that people were just happy to Read More »
CEO to CEO Newsletter #184
April 2, 2021 | Issue # 184 This week marks the start of Community College Month. Though our accomplishments can speak for themselves, we should be shouting from the rooftops about the value of community colleges. This is the time to engage with your legislators, the media, local employers, and your community to share stories Read More »