Senate Bill 692 would provide an overhaul to governance within the community college system if it becomes law.
Filed last week, SB 692 is only at the beginning of the legislative process.…
Highlights
The North Carolina Community College System is the result of decades of evolution.Amid current conversations about consolidation and a recent proposal to overhaul how the community college system is governed, it’s important to understand how we got here.“Governance”…
Highlights
No two states have an identical governance structure for their systems of higher education, but looking to other states could help North Carolina understand its own challenges and opportunities.According…
According to the National College Attainment Network (NCAN)’s report, the North Carolina high school class of 2022 left $113,094,383 in Pell Grants on the table as a result of not completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).…
The Editor’s Notes
Good morning! This morning, Nation takes a look at SB 692, titled “Community College Governance.” We are also publishing research conducted by John Quinterno: Part I looks at the purpose of governance and the history of our governance structure, and Part II looks at the governance structure in other states. In Awake58, our postsecondary newsletter, you can find a link to sign up for a texting group if you want updates on this bill and this issue in real time. Coming later this week and next, a look at enrollment, which drives funding, and a look at governance and whether and how it should be different as the system shifts from a goal of access to a goal of access + success.
Our colleagues at School Meals FOR ALL NC have several opportunities for you to engage:
Applications for the Fidelity Scholars program are being accepted and are due May 4. The Fidelity Scholars Program combines an annual need-based last dollar scholarship with robust wrap- around services that lead to a degree or certificate. The program is designed to support students seeking their first degree in designated zip codes in North Carolina who are enrolling in Fall 2023. Recipients must be attending a not-for-profit, accredited, 4-year, 2-year college/university or certificate program in their home state. Here is more information. Here is the application. Spread the word, please.
