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A graph of Wake Technical Community College's enrollment growth overlaid onto a photo of students in class.
A graph of Wake Technical Community College's enrollment growth overlaid onto a photo of students in class.

Community Colleges Buoyed by Modest Enrollment Growth

August 21, 2023

As some two-year colleges start to recover after deep enrollment declines, administrators at these institutions are hopeful the trend lines keep pointing up.

Christina Cuevas, chair of the Name Exploration Subcommittee, stands and speaks while her fellow board members sit next to her in front of a crowd of people.
Christina Cuevas, chair of the Name Exploration Subcommittee, stands and speaks while her fellow board members sit next to her in front of a crowd of people.

Delayed Name Change at Cabrillo College

August 17, 2023

Board members paused plans to pick a new name for the college after the process sparked controversy. 

Four students walk on the campus of Spartanburg Community College.
Four students walk on the campus of Spartanburg Community College.

A ‘Really Serious Breakdown’ Between Spartanburg Leaders and Faculty

August 11, 2023

Some professors at the community college say administrators have replaced their Faculty Senate with a new representative body against their wishes, among other punitive actions. 

A closed fist holds $20 bills on one side and a pencil on the other.
A closed fist holds $20 bills on one side and a pencil on the other.

Minimum Wage Gains, Community College Enrollment Losses

August 9, 2023

A new paper says community college enrollments fall in response to state-level minimum wage increases, but degree completion rates largely stay the same.

Multnomah University students sit in rows in the campus chapel with books in their laps.
Multnomah University students sit in rows in the campus chapel with books in their laps.

Multnomah Welcomes ‘Not Yet Believers’

August 8, 2023

The university ended a requirement that all students sign faith statements. Other Christian campuses are also taking measures to broaden their reach.