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The Ominous Big Tech Takeover of Our Community College System
5+ hour, 42+ min ago (1816+ words) The ghouls of privatization have long had their eyes on the community college system. From Devry to ITT Tech, there have been countless versions of the for-profit junior college, and most of them have the same problems. The process to…...
Roll call on community college research
14+ hour, 12+ min ago (436+ words) By Pamela L. Eddy April 9, 2026 "Print The Council for the Study of Community Colleges " an affiliated council of the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) " just hosted its 67th annual conference. Top of mind for researchers and leaders in attendance were discussions…...
Bill would allow Illinois community colleges to offer bachelor's degrees
6+ hour, 49+ min ago (1167+ words) CHAMPAIGN " There's been a "major shortage" of land surveyors for a while, says Ted Hartke, president of Ogden-based Hartke Engineering & Surveying. One of the factors in this shortage is education. Hartke explained that a bachelor's degree is one of the…...
Morning Report: Despite Promises, Tax Hikes and Bonds, Plumbing Problems Plague School
7+ hour, 4+ min ago (416+ words) Fourteen years ago, San Diego Unified School District's approval of bond Measure Z seemed destined to upgrade plumbing at the School of Creative and Performing Arts in Paradise Hills. Yet 14 years and two more school bonds later, plumbing issues continue…...
Top College of Science students honored
16+ hour, 19+ min ago (1605+ words) The Clemson University College of Science recognized some of its most outstanding undergraduate and graduate students during an awards ceremony on April 9. The following students won awards: This award recognizes the best overall junior in the College of Science based…...
Finance chair's plan to end school deficits would raise taxes 8. 3%, exceed spending cap
1+ day, 5+ hour ago (679+ words) Posted By: Laura Bailey April 9, 2026 At the Board of Finance's budget workshop Wednesday, the chair put forth a plan that he thought might put an end to chronic deficits in the school department's special education budget. But the plan also…...
Jeffco's budget promised to spare classrooms. Did it?
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (1390+ words) Sarah Hawkins, PTA president of Shelton Elementary, addresses the Jefferson County school board during public comment March 12, 2026. Erika Knaub has spent years helping Edgewater Elementary's most vulnerable students feel safe enough to learn. Many of them are newcomers who arrived…...
Future Ready" Campaign celebrates Community College Awareness Month
2+ day, 7+ hour ago (254+ words) Texas Metro News Hi, what are you looking for? Five-week initiative highlights impact on students, workforce, and North Texas economy DALLAS " Dallas College is celebrating Community College Awareness Month this April with the launch of a five-week campaign, "Dallas College:…...
Zane State Celebrates Community College Month - WHIZ - Fox 5 / Marquee Broadcasting
1+ day, 23+ hour ago (185+ words) ZANESVILLE, OH " April is Community College Month, and one local college is highlighting the impact it's making right here at home. Zane State College is celebrating Community College Month by showcasing the opportunities it provides for students across our region....
An IMLS Court Victory; New Budget Battle Begins
1+ day, 22+ hour ago (557+ words) The Trump administration withdrew its appeal in a win for libraries, but released a 2027 proposed federal budget that once again seeks to defund IMLS. A federal judge ultimately blocked the executive order, and on April 6, the Trump Administration withdrew its…...