League for Innovation in the Community College

Another fantastic episode of SPOTLIGHT ON COMMUNITY COLLEGES is out today! And this one features Anthony Williams, M.Ed., PHR, SHRM-CP speaking (in part) about Coconino Community College's collaboration with the League for Innovation in the Community College, Arizona Western College, Pima Community College, San Carlos Apache College and the Center on a Garcia Family Foundation-funded project to improve students' connections to wraparound services (including for mental health) and the workforce. ?? https://lnkd.in/gMYPaeTH or wherever you get your podcasts.

Strategic Enrollment Success at Rogue Community College In response to a steep enrollment decline, Rogue Community College (RCC) launched a targeted Strategic Enrollment Management (SEM) initiative, aligning enrollment goals with institutional priorities. The results speak for themselves: ? 400+ high school seniors registered for 3,764 college credits in just 10 days during RCC’s High School Enrollment Days. ? Workforce training cohorts expanded from 3 to 15, providing career pathways in fields like CNA and Phlebotomy. ? Hispanic student engagement increased through leadership programs and dual enrollment initiatives, addressing key equity gaps. Read how RCC’s data-driven, collaborative approach is setting the stage for long-term student success: ?? https://lnkd.in/gUNBbqFp #HigherEd #StrategicEnrollment #StudentSuccess #CommunityColleges

The League for Innovation congratulates Blinn College’s academic leaders on their impactful presentation at the Innovations Conference in San Antonio! Their co-enrollment programs—developed in partnership with the RELLIS Academic Alliance and Texas A&M University—are driving state-leading transfer rates and expanding educational opportunities. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gfAvF_nq #InnovationsConference #StudentSuccess #HigherEd #CoEnrollment #BlinnCollege

Many Gen Z students are choosing trade workforce training over traditional college pathways, and League member SUNY Westchester Community College is at the forefront of this shift. As featured in a recent PBS segment, Westchester’s trade programs provide students with hands-on training and direct career pathways in high-demand industries. ?? “There are so many opportunities in the trades where you can make a good living and have job security, and we need to make sure students know these options exist.” – Westchester Community College With workforce needs evolving, community colleges play a crucial role in bridging education and industry. Watch the full PBS segment here: ?? https://lnkd.in/gQnUQSGV #CommunityColleges #SkilledTrades #GenZ #HigherEd #WorkforceDevelopment

At Innovations Conference 2025, author and education futurist Kathleen deLaski joined an invitation-only book signing for Excellence Award and Innovation of the Year recipients. If you missed the opportunity to connect with her in San Antonio, don’t miss her upcoming March 19 webinar at New America ?? What’s the Next Evolution of Career Preparation? Kathleen deLaski, author of Who Needs College Anymore?, will explore how colleges and alternative learning pathways are adapting to better prepare students for an evolving workforce. With career-focused education shifting rapidly, this conversation is more relevant than ever. ?? March 19 | 12 PM PT / 3 PM ET ?? Register here: https://lnkd.in/gakHiBik More about Kathleen and her work: https://lnkd.in/gPupED8m #HigherEd #FutureOfEducation #CareerReadiness #WhoNeedsCollegeAnymore

Thank you to everyone who attended the League's Innovations Conference 2025 in San Antonio, TX last week! The event brought together community college leaders, educators, and innovators to celebrate achievements, share groundbreaking ideas, and shape the future of learning. A special congratulations to all award recipients! Among those recognized were Ursula Parker, Excellence Awards (2024-2025) recipient from Austin Community College, and Shawntay Adams, Innovation of the Year (2023-2024) recipient for Math-On-Demand: Supporting Students Where They Are from Community College of Baltimore County We look forward to continuing the conversations and collaborations sparked at #25INNTX. See you next year! https://lnkd.in/gEp3ZZJb

"You have to give yourself to other people. Teaching is a way of giving." – Frank McCourt Before he became a Pulitzer Prize-winning author, Frank McCourt spent decades as an educator, sharing the power of storytelling with his students. As we wind down a hectic week (post-Innovations Conference for the League staff!) and head into the weekend (with St. Patrick’s Day just around the corner), it’s the perfect time to celebrate the enduring influence of Irish writers. Whether revisiting the lyrical prose of James Joyce, Oscar Wilde's wit, or McCourt's poignant memoirs, literature invites us to see the world through new eyes. The League wishes you a relaxing weekend and a moment to enjoy a cup of tea and a good book.

At #25INNTX, Joe Abraham, Managing Partner Beyond Academics delivered a thought-provoking keynote on the quantum shifts ahead for higher education. With AI and blockchain transforming how students learn and progress, he challenged attendees to take a blank-slate approach to reimagining academic excellence, student experience, and financial sustainability. Thank you to Cengage Higher Education for their generous support of this presentation. The next 18 months will define the future—will we lead or play catch-up? ?? #HigherEdInnovation #AIinEducation #Blockchain #CommunityColleges

? Thank You, #INNTX25 Attendees! ? As the Innovations Conference 2025 comes to a close, we extend our deepest gratitude to everyone who made this event a success: ?? Our keynote speakers and session presenters for sharing their insights and expertise. ?? Our attendees for engaging in meaningful discussions and bringing innovation to life. ?? Our sponsors, including Alamo Colleges District as our host college, for their generous support. ?? The Grand Hyatt San Antonio for hosting us in this incredible city. Safe travels home, and we hope to see you next year for the Innovations Conference in Indianapolis, March 15-18, 2026! ?? Until next time, keep innovating to advance education, empower students, and strengthen our community colleges. ?? #INNTX25

At the close of day three of the Innovations Conference, we gathered to celebrate the outstanding recipients of the 2023-2024 Innovation of the Year Awards and the 2024-2025 Excellence Awards. This exclusive event recognized exemplary work in community colleges and honored those who push the boundaries of innovation and excellence. Congratulations to all awardees! ?? Thank you for your dedication to transforming education and student success. #25INNTX #InnovationAndExcellence #CommunityCollegeLeadership