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4/11/2023

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:

1) Here is a letter of support you can sign: https://schoolmealsforallnc.org/letter-of-support/
3) Follow them on Instagram: schoolmealsforallnc
4) Here is the website for more information: https://schoolmealsforallnc.org/
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.

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Mebane Rash

Mebane Rash is the CEO and editor-in-chief of EducationNC.


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