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UNEQUAL IMPACT: COMMUNITY COLLEGES FACE DISPROPORTIONATE CUTS IN STATE BUDGETS
Although two-year and four-year colleges alike are getting hit with budget cuts due to their funding sources and appropriation requirements, those cuts are resulting in drastically different outcomes for facilities, students, and educational systems in the end. HYPERLINK "https://www.league.org/publication/connections/connections_0306.htm" \\l "impact"Read more…
CLEARLY QUOTABLE
Excerpt from The Next Big Thing Is Really Small by Jack Uldrich with Deb Newberry, Keynote and Special Session presenters at the 2003 Conference on Information Technology. HYPERLINK "https://www.league.org/publication/connections/connections_0306.htm" \\l "quotes"Read more…
RURAL SOUTH PIEDMONT COMMUNITY COLLEGE ADDRESSES THE DIGITAL DIVIDE
Through a statewide effort called the Rural Internet Access Authority (RIAA), SPCC partnered with other local groups and agencies to establish the Anson County Technology Coalition (ACTC). Anson County now has a powerful tool in hand to attract new business and industry to this rural area. HYPERLINK "https://www.league.org/publication/connections/connections_0306.htm" \\l "rural"Read more…
JUST THE STATS!
This month’s focus is on retention and was provided by CCSSE research sources. HYPERLINK "https://www.league.org/publication/connections/connections_0306.htm" \\l "stats"Read more…
APPLICATIONS NOW BEING ACCEPTED FOR THE 2003 EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE (ELI)
Deadline for application to ELI is August 1, 2003. ELI provides the opportunity for potential community college presidents or those in transition to review their abilities and interests, to refine their skills, and to participate in discussions on leadership with outstanding community college leaders from North America. HYPERLINK "https://www.league.org/publication/connections/connections_0306.htm" \\l "eli"Read more…
SPEAKERS AVAILABLE FOR FALL FACULTY-STAFF DEVELOPMENT DAYS
Let League Services provide a recognized expert to inform, inspire, and enthuse your back-to-school gathering. Representing a wide assortment of topics, our experienced speakers will tailor workshops to meet your organization's specific needs. HYPERLINK "https://www.league.org/publication/connections/connections_0306.htm" \\l "speakers"Read more…
APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY: A NEW WAY OF LEADING CHANGE
The League; the National Council for Staff, Program, and Organizational Development; and Company of Experts.net are co-sponsoring a series of facilitator trainings designed especially for community college leaders. HYPERLINK "https://www.league.org/publication/connections/connections_0306.htm" \\l "change"Read more…
2003 CIT LEARNING CENTER COURSES ARE NOW AVAILABLE
Online conference registration is available for individuals interested in participating in Learning Center Courses at the 2003 CIT, hosted by the Wisconsin Technical College System, and being held October 19-22 at the Midwest Airline Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. HYPERLINK "https://www.league.org/publication/connections/connections_0306.htm" \\l "cit"Read more…
CAPELLA UNIVERSITY AND THE LEAGUE ANNOUNCE
SECOND ANNUAL FULL-RIDE PH.D. SCHOLARSHIP CONTEST
As part of its participation in the League Articulation Project, Capella University is offering one full-ride Ph.D. scholarship to a faculty or staff member at a League member college. Submit nominations by June 23; the scholarship will be awarded July 21, 2003. HYPERLINK "https://www.league.org/publication/connections/connections_0306.htm" \\l "capella"Read more…
ONLINE BROWN BAG LUNCH TO FEATURE XANEDU DEMONSTRATION
The TLT Group will present one in a series of Online Brown Bag Lunches about Low-Threshold Applications and Activities (LTAs) on June 24. LTAs are instructional resources that are technology-based, educational, easy to use, nonintimidating, reliable, and inexpensive or even sometimes free to faculty and institutions. HYPERLINK "https://www.league.org/publication/connections/connections_0306.htm" \\l "online"Read more…
CALLING ALL COMMUNITY COLLEGE LEADERS: NEW SERVICE IS FOR YOU
A new executive coaching program is being offered through the Community College Leadership Development Initiatives (CCLDI) at Claremont Graduate University (CA). The coaches provide CEOs with a responsive support system for private, professional discussions aimed at improving effectiveness. HYPERLINK "https://www.league.org/publication/connections/connections_0306.htm" \\l "calling"Read more…
A CISCO CAREER CERTIFICATION SAYS IMPORTANT THINGS ABOUT YOU
Each year, Cisco offers a free Career Certification test to those who preregister for Networkers. Simply register and pay for Networkers 2003 in advance, and choose which certification or recertification test you'd like to take. HYPERLINK "https://www.league.org/publication/connections/connections_0306.htm" \\l "cisco"Read more…
CALL FOR CANDIDATES!
The 2003 Thomas Lakin Institute for Mentored Leadership is now accepting applications for the program that will take place October 13-17, 2003 at the Piccadilly Inn Shaw in Fresno, California. HYPERLINK "https://www.league.org/publication/connections/connections_0306.htm" \\l "lakin"Read more…
AN IMPROVEMENT STRATEGY FOR COMMUNITY COLLEGES
The Community College Survey of Student Engagement (CCSSE) provides a much needed tool for assessing quality in community college education. All of their work is grounded in research about what works in strengthening student learning and persistence. HYPERLINK "https://www.league.org/publication/connections/connections_0306.htm" \\l "ccsse"Read more…
KANTER NAMED TO CHANCELLOR POSITION
The Foothill-De Anza (CA) Board of Trustees has named Martha J. Kanter District Chancellor. HYPERLINK "https://www.league.org/publication/connections/connections_0306.htm" \\l "kanter"Read more…
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Dr. Susan Salvador
Office for Student Services
06/18/2003 |