Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College (A-B Tech) honored six students on Aug. 7 for completing the Successful Occupational Achievement Readiness (SOAR) program, which is in its second year at the college. SOAR is a free vocational and literacy training program for adults with learning and developmental disabilities, which helps them to build skills, fine-tune goals, and […]
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Tapping theatre to learn and grow
College students who take an independent study expect to work by themselves, guided by a professor. But for five Raritan Valley Community College students enrolled this summer in a Theatre Independent Study class with theatre professor Dennis Russo, their “independent” work took on a much greater meaning. As part of their independent study, students Arielle […]
Drive plus opportunity leads to success for grad
Austin Community College District (ACC) joined The Other Ones Foundation (TOOF) and Workforce Solutions Capital Area to celebrate 23 graduates of a hands-on HVAC and automotive training program on August 6 at the John Paul DeJoria Skills Center. Developed by TOOF and ACC with support from philanthropist John Paul DeJoria, the program helps individuals exiting […]
Colleges collaborate to better serve students, industry
The first Arkansas Wayfinding Convening took place in July on the NorthWest Arkansas Community College (NWACC) campus. It brought eight colleges together in the process of creating the first microcredential course offerings in Arkansas. “Microcredentialing allows us, the educators, to develop talent in a time-efficient manner specifically for what employers need,” NWACC President Dennis C. Rittle said […]
PASO program helps Latine students navigate college enrollment
When Ana Guillen Boza arrived from Spain three years ago, she was a senior in high school and unsure of what steps to take to continue her education. After her sister discovered Harper College and enrolled, she told Ana about PASO: Project Assistance, Surpassing Obstacles – Harper’s recruitment strategy designed to engage Latine families throughout […]
Ohio college invests in AI Excellence Institute
With artificial intelligence (AI) poised to reshape the future of learning and work, Ohio’s Sinclair Community College announced a ground-breaking, three-year, $5 million initiative to establish Sinclair as a national community college leader in AI-integrated teaching and learning. The announcement was made at a press conference today in Sinclair’s Building 12 at the Dayton campus. […]
Collaboration puts doctoral program in reach for students
Umpqua Community College (UCC) and Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU), members of the Oregon Consortium for Nursing Education (OCNE), have announced a new collaboration, establishing a direct-entry pathway to a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree. The initiative focuses on preparing psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners (PMHNP) to help address urgent health care clinician […]
An ending and new beginning for semiconductor technician students
Families, friends, and representatives from Hired, Minnesota Department of Economic Development (DEED), Normandale Community College, Polar Semiconductor, Seagate and Skywater Technology gathered last week at Normandale Community College to celebrate 16 graduates from the inaugural Semiconductor Technician Career Pathways Program. The earn-and-learn program was funded by Drive for Five, a competitive grant from DEED. Participants […]
High impact, high reward
When I stepped into the role of coordinator of High Impact Practices (HIPs) at Seminole State College of Florida on July 8, 2024, I joined a team already laying strong groundwork for something transformative. What I found was a group of passionate faculty, staff and administrators who were ready to take high-impact learning to the […]
From setback to comeback
At Carroll Community College, second chances aren’t just possible; they’re woven into the very fabric of the college’s mission. One way this mission comes to life is through the Justice System to Careers Initiative (JSCI), a groundbreaking program that’s turning lives around for adults and youth impacted by the justice system. More than a program […]