comm_college

@Comm_College

The American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) is the primary advocacy organization for the nation’s community colleges. #comm_college

Washington, DC

Joined March 2009

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comm_college@Comm_College · Jul 17

Americans more confident in higher ed After a decade-long trend of lowering opinions of higher education, a new Gallup poll indicates an uptick in Americans’ confidence in two- and four-year institutions. ccdaily.com/2025/07/americ…

Comm_College's tweet card. After a decade-long trend of lowering opinions of higher education, a new Gallup poll indicates an uptick in Americans' confidence in two- and four-year institutions. Forty-two percent of surveyed...

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comm_college@Comm_College · Jul 25

ED's rulemaking schedule may push Pell changes to 2027 -- The U.S. Education Department announced Thursday that this fall and winter it will hold negotiated-rulemaking sessions to implement the higher education portions of the recently passed budget reconciliation law. However,…

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All Within My Hands Foundation@AWMHFoundation · Jul 24

It’s an honor to introduce the newest members of the #MetallicaScholars community! Year 7 curricula will include Air Traffic Control, Agricultural Technologies, Fire Technologies, & AI, plus conventional trades such as Construction, Welding, & more! 🛠️ metallica.lnk.to/MSI-Year-7

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comm_college@Comm_College · Jul 24

Opening doors for displaced federal workers -- When the Trump administration began massive layoffs of federal workers earlier this year, community colleges jumped in to help displaced workers prepare for new careers. So how are the programs doing? ccdaily.com/2025/07/openin…

Comm_College's tweet card. When the Trump administration began massive layoffs of federal workers earlier this year, community colleges jumped in to help displaced workers prepare for new careers. Northern Virginia Community...

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comm_college@Comm_College · Jul 24

Lowe’s Foundation Investment in Solving Skilled Trades Labor Shortage Grows to $43 Million lowesfoundation.org/news/lowes-fou…

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comm_college@Comm_College · Jul 24

Register now for the July 29th AACC members-only webinar on federal reconciliation and funding aacc.nche.edu/2025/07/17/aac…

Comm_College's tweet image. Register now for the July 29th AACC members-only webinar on federal reconciliation and funding aacc.nche.edu/2025/07/17/aac…

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All Within My Hands Foundation@AWMHFoundation · Jul 23

In 7 years, we’ve grown our #MetallicaScholars Initiative schools from 10 colleges to 75 in all 50 United States & Guam! With an initial focus on manufacturing programs, we’ve expanded to offer opportunities in diverse fields for students interested in a variety of trades.

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comm_college@Comm_College · Jul 23

Metallica Scholars Initiative continues to expand -- A national workforce development program supported by the rock band Metallica is rolling into its seventh year with a new cohort of community colleges and its largest grant to date of about $3 million. ccdaily.com/2025/07/metall……

Comm_College's tweet card. A national workforce development program supported by the rock band Metallica is rolling into its seventh year with a new cohort of community colleges and its largest grant to date of about $3...

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Metallica@Metallica · Jul 21

We're proud to announce that Year 7 of our @AWMHFoundation's #MetallicaScholars Initiative (MSI) will launch with our largest grant to date, totaling approximately $3M! With this upcoming school year, AWMH will support workforce education programs in 75 community colleges across…

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All Within My Hands Foundation@AWMHFoundation · Jul 22

"To think we started with a few schools and a couple hundred students, and we’re now in 75 schools nationwide, about to reach 10,000 students. It’s just incredible.” - Robert Trujillo

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All Within My Hands Foundation@AWMHFoundation · Jul 22

Check out @RobertTrujillo's visit to @OxnardCollege last year, where he met Metallica Scholars training in the school's Fire Academy, Dental Hygiene Program, and Culinary Arts Program. #MetallicaScholars #MetallicaGivesBack #Metallica #AWMH

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Diverse: Issues In Higher Education@DiverseIssues · Jul 18

The American Association of Community Colleges (@Comm_College) has selected @DrPollard_NS 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. bit.ly/3TMk5v6

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comm_college@Comm_College · Jul 18

Mis Ter Rae Two Crow didn't let the pandemic or gender roles stop her from following her passion for a career in maritime welding — with help from Portland Community College. @PortlandCC ccdaily.com/2025/07/a-need…

Comm_College's tweet card. At Portland Community College’s Swan Island Trades Center, the clang and bright sparks of welding tools gave way to a different kind of activity — one of celebration, accomplishment and new...

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comm_college@Comm_College · Jul 18

Making the case for good data -- Q&A with Angela Perry of the Data Quality Campaign about data availability and how states can improve their data systems. ccdaily.com/2025/07/making…

Comm_College's tweet card. Policymakers, college leaders and students all rely on clear, timely data for decision-making. But not all data systems are created equal. Angela Perry, a senior advisor for postsecondary and...

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comm_college@Comm_College · Jul 16

A PHENOMENAL selection! @DrPollard_NS is an amazing leader and strong advocate for students. She has served the @AASCU Board so well, and I am thrilled to work with her as a member of "The Six." Congratulations, my friend!

ccomm_college@Comm_College · Jul 16

The board of directors of the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) announces the selection of Dr. DeRionne Pollard as the next president and CEO of the 105-year-old community college organization. Pollard is the first woman to take the helm and will begin her tenure…

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comm_college@Comm_College · Jul 16

Congrats and welcome! We look forward to working with you, President Pollard!

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College Excellence Program@AspenHigherEd · Jul 17

🎉 Congratulations to Dr. DeRionne Pollard, newly named president & CEO of @Comm_College and the first woman to lead the 105-year-old organization. We’re excited to continue partnering with AACC to strengthen community colleges nationwide. ccdaily.com/2025/07/derion…

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comm_college@Comm_College · Jul 17

DeRionne Pollard this fall will become the next president and CEO of the American Association of Community Colleges, becoming the first woman to take the helm of the 105-year-old community college organization ccdaily.com/2025/07/derion…

Comm_College's tweet card. DeRionne Pollard this fall will become the next president and CEO of the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC). She is the first woman to take the helm of the 105-year-old community...

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Community College of Aurora@CCAurora · Jul 16

A powerful step forward for community college leadership. Congratulations, Dr. Pollard! We’re excited for what’s ahead 👏

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comm_college@Comm_College · Jul 16

DOL to co-manage ED's adult ed, CTE programs -- The Education Department on Tuesday announced plans for the Department of Labor to co-manage its adult education and career and technical education programs. ccdaily.com/2025/07/dol-to…

Comm_College's tweet image. DOL to co-manage ED's adult ed, CTE programs -- The Education Department on Tuesday announced plans for the Department of Labor to co-manage its adult education and career and technical education programs. ccdaily.com/2025/07/dol-to…

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