The American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) defines service learning as the combination of classroom instruction with community service, focusing on critical, reflective thinking as well as personal and civic responsibility. Service learning programs involve students in activities that address local, community-identified needs while…

The Black College and University Act defined an historically black college and university (HBCU) as one that existed before 1964 with a historic and contemporary mission of educating blacks while being open to all. An HBCU must either have earned accreditation from a nationally recognized accrediting agency or association or be making reasonable…

"Removing Vestiges" seeks to provide a forum where advocacy and research can be forged into policy direction for community college leaders. This first edition explores four subject areas. Alex Johnson and Audrey Wynn first offer ways for CEOs and presidents to implement American Association of Community Colleges' recent statement on inclusion, a…