Mission & Values

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    Rigor and Accountability 2.0
    By Irene H. Kovala
    December 3, 2014

    Community colleges are held accountable by many different local, state and federal entities and, most importantly, students.

  • Ringing in the new school year
    By AACC 21st Century Center Staff
    August 24, 2017

    New programs and services at community colleges are being launched in time for the fall semester to begin.

  • Rising from the flames
    By Grace Singh Smith
    August 1, 2019

    In the aftermath of Woolsey Fire, Santa Monica College students find help—and hope.

  • Scenario planning in higher education
    By Kyle Scott
    October 14, 2020

    A healthy imagination — and the use of data — can help create a resilient institution.

  • See more smiles
    By Ronni Gordon
    December 10, 2020

    Inspired by a student, a Holyoke Community College literacy specialist launches accessible face mask campaign

  • Sense of belonging vital for students
    By Robert Keyes
    March 1, 2022

    A New Hampshire college gives students a community, even during the pandemic