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Two Community Colleges Recognized for Excellence in Student Success and Equity

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PHILADELPHIA-- In a significant recognition of their transformative efforts in higher education, Chattanooga State Community College and Southwestern Oregon Community College have been awarded the prestigious Leah Meyer Austin Award by Achieving the Dream (ATD). The college saw an 8.7 percentage points.

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AACC Names First Woman President as Community Colleges Face Growing Workforce Demands

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DeRionne Pollard The American Association of Community Colleges has selected Dr. DeRionne Pollard as its next president and CEO, making her the first woman to lead the 105-year-old organization that represents the nation's community college sector. Pollard's leadership credentials extend beyond her presidential roles.

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Breaking Barriers: The Struggle for Inclusion on Community College Campuses

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While community colleges play a crucial role in providing accessible and affordable education to diverse student populations, many still struggle to fully accommodate students with disabilities, according to insights from community college students, faculty, and higher education experts.

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Report: Childcare Program Underserves Black Student Parents at Community Colleges

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A new study from the Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies reveals that Black student parents at community colleges face significant barriers in accessing critical childcare support, potentially hindering their educational progress and economic mobility.

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Studying Racial Equity in Higher Education - Dr. Román Liera

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Romn Liera is a rising star in higher education, with a dedication to equity, innovative scholarship and student-centered learni Dr. Romn Liera ning. After graduating, he studied at Pierce College (a community college), majoring in psychology because he wanted to become a high school counselor. funded by the Alfred P.

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Community Colleges Chart Path Forward on AI Integration as Students Outpace Faculty Adoption

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Community colleges across the nation are grappling with how to integrate artificial intelligence into their operations and curricula as students increasingly use AI tools while faculty and administrators lag behind in adoption, according to a new report from Achieving the Dream.

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Southwest Wisconsin Technical College Wins 2025 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence

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In a testament to how community colleges can transform lives and regional economies, Southwest Wisconsin Technical College has been named the winner of the 2025 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, the nation's most prestigious recognition for community colleges. Each will receive $100,000.