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AUGUST 21, 2023

Blogs How to empower student-parents in higher education A conversation with Generation Hope My mom had me at 17, and like many teen parents, had to put her education on hold to care for our family. family, friends, neighbors, public school programming, etc.) Nearly 75% relied on informal and/or unpaid child care.

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APRIL 5, 2024

The board of trustees approved the Austin Community College Free Tuition pilot program, which will last at least five years. The Austin Community College (ACC) District is giving all graduating high schoolers within the area free tuition to earn associate degrees, bachelor's degrees, and certifications.

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JULY 12, 2023

Two dozen states offer some form of bachelor's degree at community colleges. Community colleges in those states have adopted hundreds of degree programs, with many aimed at relevant workforce needs. Community colleges tend to be less costly and more accessible than traditional four-year schools.

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AUGUST 14, 2023

Lawmakers passed a budget that includes $50 million for free college programs. Massachusetts residents will soon be able to pursue a tuition-free associate degree or certificate at a local community college. A new tuition-free community college program is perhaps the state's crowning jewel for the budget.

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EAB

MAY 9, 2023

Podcast Do Community Colleges Need an “Intervention”? Reporter Jon Marcus joins EAB’s Tara Zirkel to explore the root causes behind steep enrollment declines and poor student outcomes at community colleges. EAB · Do Community Colleges Need an “Intervention?” Episode 150. May 9, 2023. million people.

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EAB

OCTOBER 24, 2022

5 Tips to Recruit and Enroll Latine/x Students in Your Community College. Prospective Latine/x college students in the U.S. are the most likely to choose community college as their first step when pursuing a higher education. Promote your inclusive social and academic cohort programs.

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HEM (Higher Education Marketing)

DECEMBER 4, 2024

WeChat is an all-in-one app that combines messaging, social media, payments, and mini-programs. It’s the go-to platform for seamless communication and convenient, integrated services for users in China and the broader Chinese-speaking community. Understanding WeChat WeChat is widely known for its dominance in China.

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AUGUST 8, 2024

The budget increases funding for community colleges and scholarships, expands dual enrollment, and improves pathways for nursing students and students from underrepresented groups. The state doubled funding for a program that pays student teachers up to $15,000 while they earn their degree.

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APRIL 7, 2023

Online program managers coordinate and run online degree programs for many colleges and universities. It's unclear, however, how pervasive these companies are in higher education. OPMs have become a hot topic in higher education policy circles, but for the uninitiated, it can be hard to understand why.

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JANUARY 23, 2024

New York announced a direct admissions program for its SUNY and CUNY systems. Colleges within those systems will offer automatic admission for students in the top 10% of their class. A top 10% program in Texas has had limited success in increasing student diversity. Hochul said in a statement. million students. million students.

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APRIL 13, 2023

Many flagship universities have added credential programs specifically for students with intellectual disabilities. Long-running programs have proven to be successful in helping these students secure higher-earning jobs. However, some people worry a lack of government oversight could lead to predatory programs.

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JUNE 19, 2023

New federal legislation aims to boost community college agriculture programs with annual grants. The Community College Agriculture Advancement Act has bipartisan support in both the U.S. House and Senate and is endorsed by a broad range of community college organizations.

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 17, 2025

The United States puts heavy importance on higher education, which can be seen in its overwhelming number of 4,000 different institutions across the nation. But what state has the most colleges? If youre applying to college, this information also helps you explore different options in your region to find your best fit.

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EAB

JUNE 1, 2023

Blogs 3 considerations for prison education programs What you need to know ahead of July’s restoration of Second Chance Pell grants Given the restoration of Pell Grant funding for incarcerated students expected in July 2023 , many institutions are beginning to develop plans for Prison Education Programs (PEPs).

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MARCH 12, 2024

Check Researchers estimated a 95% increase in the availability of microcredential programs between 2021 and 2022. Note Reference [1] Check Popular microcredential providers include EdX, Coursera, LinkedIn, Udacity, and many four-year colleges and universities. Table of Contents What Is a Microcredential? Professional associations (e.g.,

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APRIL 1, 2024

The California Community Colleges system will offer six more bachelor's degree programs. The programs include respiratory care, paramedicine, and paralegal studies. Six new bachelor's degree programs have been approved to be offered by the California Community Colleges (CCC) system.

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JUNE 19, 2024

College/University Terms: Accelerated Degree Programs: An accelerated degree program reduces the amount of time it takes to obtain an undergraduate degree by at least one year. Most accelerated degree programs allow a student to obtain a bachelor’s degree in three years or less.

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OCTOBER 9, 2023

A new report from The Hope Center for College, Community, and Justice at Temple University explores how race and ethnicity impacted students' college experiences during the pandemic. The pandemic intensified students' basic needs insecurity and increased racial and ethnic disparities in higher education, according to the report.

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AUGUST 1, 2023

After announcing the tour, she committed to donating $1 million to higher education efforts through her BeyGood foundation's Renaissance Scholars program. The program will give 100 students from 10 different schools a $10,000 scholarship. Who runs the world? where Beyoncé will be performing Aug.

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JANUARY 10, 2023

Massachusetts Senate President Karen Spilka called for free community college in a speech to her chamber. Thirty-one states currently offer free community college with varying eligibility requirements, including several of Massachusetts' neighbors.

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MARCH 8, 2023

Community college enrollment fell sharply during the pandemic and hasn't fully recovered. Many students who left community college during the pandemic aren't planning to return, according to a recent New America survey. We've seen 1 in 5 students disappear from community colleges since the pandemic began," Fishman said.

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JULY 3, 2023

But even now, as students' intended pursuit of higher education is bouncing back, their educational priorities and plans are continuing to shift. Regardless of what Gen Z high school students are considering pursuing after graduating, the vast majority still feel pressured to pursue a traditional four-year degree.

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JULY 11, 2024

A new program by the College of the Desert will offer on-site general education college courses to incarcerated students ages 18-24. The program is funded by a grant from the California Community Colleges' Rising Scholars Network. The program, funded by a $1.5 Benoit Detention Center.

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DECEMBER 19, 2023

Several new laws in California that affect higher education will go into effect in 2024. The laws include new requirements for the state's public education systems, including price transparency and reports on sexual harassment. Here are some of the bills that will impact higher education and college students.

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MARCH 2, 2023

The Aspen Institute and Columbia University's Community College Research Center launched a network to boost community colleges' credential value. The "Unlocking Opportunity: The Post-Graduation Success and Equity Network" includes 10 community colleges and will run through 2028.

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JANUARY 30, 2023

California Community Colleges would see a little over $652 million of ongoing funding under the proposed plan. Gavin Newsom introduced his budget for higher education with around $40 billion in funding for higher education in the state, including goals to increase access to higher education and expand college affordability.

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JULY 31, 2023

That plumbing program will be the only one of its kind offered by a college in West Texas, according to the release. Community colleges are often key partners in training incarcerated students.

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EAB

JANUARY 13, 2023

Modern Student Experience Diagnostic for Community Colleges. Modern student expectations are everchanging—can your community college keep up? In higher education, the student experience continues to become more synonymous with the consumer experience. Download the diagnostic. Completed the diagnostic?

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FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Dual enrollment programs, which allow high school students to take college courses, can be costly for community colleges, according to a new paper from the Community College Research Center. Community colleges offer the majority of dual enrollment programs, often at a discount.

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EAB

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Blogs 5 areas for community college leaders to take stock in 2023 And resources to help sustain your post-pandemic momentum Now that community colleges have weathered the storm of the pandemic, it’s time to take a moment to recognize all you have accomplished, and then to begin to steer the transition from a “crisis” mindset to a sustainability one.

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Ruffaloni

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

When election season rolls around, the world of digital advertising can feel like a wild stormespecially for higher education institutions. These campaigns are often targeting the same demographics as higher education institutions, especially younger voters and professionalsaka your prospective students. And guess what?

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DECEMBER 23, 2022

Many community college students struggle with food insecurity. Community colleges across the country are stepping up efforts to address hunger in their communities. Officials say community colleges are uniquely positioned to combat food insecurity. Hunger is prevalent on community college campuses.

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JANUARY 11, 2024

Students in the top 10% of their community college class in Massachusetts will soon be eligible for a minimum of $5,000 annually to finish their degree at a UMass campus. The program includes guaranteed admission to UMass for top community college students in the state.

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Ivy Central

APRIL 12, 2023

Are you a motivated high school junior or senior who wants to enhance your profile and take college-level courses? During this program, you gain valuable knowledge and skills that prepare you for college and beyond. Motivated students challenge themselves academically and get a head start on their college education.

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FEBRUARY 2, 2023

And many members of Congress have designated funding for higher education as part of the 2023 fiscal year budget. The 2023 budget includes many earmarks for community colleges. Many of those projects are centered around colleges and universities — with dozens of earmarks specifically going toward community colleges.

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MARCH 20, 2023

The National Head Start Association and the Association of Community College Trustees are partnering to bring more Head Start centers to community colleges. Officials hope the centers will cut back on a shortage of childcare access and early childhood educators. Roughly 1 in 10 undergraduate students in the U.S.

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Ruffaloni

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

When election season rolls around, the world of digital advertising can feel like a wild storm—especially for higher education institutions. These campaigns are often targeting the same demographics as higher education institutions, especially younger voters and professionals—aka your prospective students. And guess what?

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