Adult Learners Get Second Chance at Community College
Community colleges are a great first-choice for college students, but they are also a great second chance for adult learners and non-traditional students.
Community college degrees still hold value
It would be disingenuous to ignore the issues facing higher education: enrollment declines, soaring tuition, and doubts on the usefulness of college degrees. Despite these challenges, community college degrees still hold value.
Working while attending community college
For community college students, working while attending school is a great way to gain experience and pay for college at the same time.
Improving Your Study Habits
Study habits are difficult to form, but they are very important in college. When there may be days between classes, it is important to stay engaged in the course to perform well.
Tips for First-Gen Students
Growing up with parents who speak of their college days can be beneficial even if it may seem trivial. For first-gen students, that “insider” insight may be harder to find. However, while it can be overwhelming, there are some tips to making college more navigable for first-gen students.
Western Partners with CCsmart
Western Wyoming Community College (Western) is partnering with CCsmart to tackle head-on the issue of declining enrollments at two-year colleges by introducing a new web resource for students and parents.
CCsmart Receives $50,000 Grant from The Kresge Foundation
Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society (PTK) has been awarded a $50,000 grant from The Kresge Foundation to support community college advocacy through PTK’s new campaign, Community College Smart (CCsmart).
Get the Most from Community College
Deciding where to attend college? Consider and take advantage of the diverse factors and opportunities offered by community colleges.