Michigan Community College Association

Happy Thanksgiving from the MCCA Team! We hope you're enjoying some time off with family and friends.

“At Glen Oaks, we understand that returning to school can be a challenge for adults who are balancing work, family, and education.” The GO2UO program will address challenges faced by adult learners returning to school by establishing a seamless transition from associate degrees at Glen Oaks Community College to bachelor’s degrees at The University of Olivet.

Congratulations to Dr. Bradley J. Barrick on his inauguration as Montcalm Community College's seventh president!

It's National Apprenticeship Week! Apprenticeships strengthen our state's economy by developing the highly skilled talent that local companies need while also preparing students for good-paying jobs. #NAW2024

Academic Catch-Up Programs help incoming students by sharing student success skills, campus resources, and career exploration materials! Learn more: https://bit.ly/4dXRD1h #AcademicCatchUp

We’re excited to see movement on Senate Bills 406 and 407, which were approved with bipartisan support by the Senate Appropriations Committee today to permanently lower the age of eligibility for Michigan Reconnect to 21. This expansion opens the door to higher education for thousands of Michiganders, and ultimately improves the future prosperity of our state by increasing the number of working age adults with a post-secondary degree or credential.

On Veterans Day, we honor all who have served. #MIColleges are dedicated to serving this important population. 27 of our member colleges have been recognized by the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency for being committed to supporting the needs of veterans and military-connected students. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4hP1N7k

Thanks to Kelley Conrad, L. Marshall Washington, and Jamillya Hardley, M.Ed. for speaking with the Michigan Community College Association Leadership Academy fellows during our session at Grand Rapids Community College. Their commitment to #mistudentsuccess and to future leaders of Michigan community colleges is inspiring.

The percentage of high school students that are dual enrolled at #MIColleges is lower than the national average — see how Michigan stacks up against other states on the map below. We stand ready to implement the strategies outlined by our Dual Enrollment Work Group to increase dual enrollment access across the state. Read more: https://bit.ly/4cY7A6I

Randel Richner’s 30-year career of advocating for patients all started with an associate’s degree in nursing from North Central Michigan College. We were so thrilled to honor her as our 2024 Outstanding Alumnus at our Summer Conference! Read more about her story: