Community College Blog

3 steps to create real change by cascading strategic goals

The success of a vision often relies on the buy-in and action of those not directly involved in strategy-setting. Learn how one community college translates lofty, strategic goals into daily actions for staff through a system of strict, accountable project management.

Why “becoming strategic leaders” should be at the top of every cabinet’s to-do list

Shorter presidential tenures, a rise in no-confidence votes, and increasing public scrutiny of the sector as a whole has placed community college presidents under a microscope that many fear directly inhibit their ability to effectively lead their institutions. Read our insight to learn why the answer to this new leadership reality is an empowered, strategic-leading cabinet.

What we learned about the future of advising

A small nudge prevents the no-show advising appointment

Learn how Arapahoe Community College is preventing the no-show advising appointment with the help of a simple text reminder.

Laziness is a myth: how to equip students to navigate the hidden curriculum

Technology won’t replace advisors, but it can help us do our jobs better

Learn how technology can move academic advising interactions from transactional to relational and support holistic advising efforts.

Your college probably isn’t designed for your students

Community colleges have a growing imperative to support post-traditional students. Here's why (and how).

3 things community colleges get wrong about strategy—and how to get them right

Few campus activities in higher ed are more divisive than preparing for a new strategic planning process. Here are the three most common mistakes to avoid when it comes to creating a specific, actionable community college strategic plan.

Student engagement prevents dropouts. These schools prove it.

Learn how three community colleges improved student engagement to help promote student success and retention.