Over half of Amarillo College’s enrolled students are grappling with housing and/or food insecurity. In this episode, we talk to Amarillo College’s president Dr. Russell Lowery-Hart about how the college’s culture of caring is helping students succeed. The new documentary, The Antidote, shows stories of Amarillo College’s commitment to eliminating barriers for students even before Read More »
AACC-ACCT Webinar on Institutional Implementation of Stimulus Legislation (CRRSAA)
On March 9, 2021, the AACC and ACCT government relations teams hosted a webinar on the current state of implementation of the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act (CRRSAA), also known as CARES Act 2.0. They provided the latest information on how colleges may spend institutional and student funds, including new ED guidance. A Read More »
AACC, NSF to Mobilize Student Innovators from Community Colleges
Community College Innovation Challenge invites community college students to create STEM solutions to real-world challenges that benefit society A Virtual Boot Camp Experience will allow students to share their ideas with experts and practitioners in the field Washington, DC – Today, the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) in partnership with the National Science Foundation Read More »
AACC Congratulates Cabinet Designates
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Martha M. Parham, Ed.D. 202-728-0200 x209 mparham@aacc.nche.educreate new email AACC Congratulates Cabinet Designates Washington, DC – The American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) congratulates Education Secretary-Designate Cardona and Labor Secretary-Designate Walsh on their approval from the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP). “We look forward to working with Dr. Cardona Read More »
Community College Voice Podcast, Season 6, Episode 1
Season 6 Episode 1 In this episode, we talk about creating opportunities for expansion and diversity of cloud-skilled talent via flexible, stackable pathways. Guests: René Cintrón, PhD, Chief Education and Training Officer at Louisiana Community & Technical College System Mike Berman, Global Head of Academic and Workforce Solutions at AWS Education to Workforce team Learn Read More »
CEO to CEO Newsletter #179
January 22, 2021 | Issue # 179 Across the country we witnessed the inauguration of President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. this week. Leading up to the inauguration, AACC participated in several conversations with leaders of the transition team for the Biden Administration, where we clearly articulated the priorities of our members. In addition, we have Read More »
DataPoints: Significantly more parent students attend community college
DataPoints: Significantly more parent students attend community college Young college students with children disproportionately attend community colleges, according to a new analysis of federal data by Child Trends, a research organization focused on improving the lives of children and youths. Almost half (47%) of postsecondary students age 18 to 24 with children attend community college, roughly three times Read More »
CEO to CEO Newsletter #178
January 8, 2021 | Issue # 178 We’re heading into our fall commission, committee, and board meetings. Between this week’s election and living through a global pandemic over the last 8 months, we have a lot to discuss. I know we’re all anxious about what will happen in the next few days, week, and months. Read More »
Kaua’i Community College Spotlight
What the Pandemic Relief Legislation Means for Your College Webinar
In this webinar, AACC’s government relations team reviewed all the details of the recently enacted pandemic relief legislation, including how much money the community college sector will likely receive and when, how it will be allocated, and the rules for spending it. The webinar also covered other aspects of the massive year-end bill, which includes Read More »