Located in Redding, California, Shasta College is an inspiring example of why serving students with "some college, but no degree" is critical to supporting the local community. Most residents in the area, which is one of the state's northernmost counties, live and work in the immediate area and serve the community through local…

The California Community Foundation's Promises That Count Initiative supports the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of College Promise efforts in Los Angeles County (L.A. County). Promises That Count activities will include research, technical assistance, the development of a professional learning community, and a series of…

This year's report examines the critical role community plays in education. Integrating learning that takes place inside and outside of school has always been a powerful strategy to support student success, but it gained special relevance this year, as school closures made family and community members integral parts of students' daily learning.…

This article describes the collective efforts educators and multiple community partners are taking to transform one alternative urban high school into a full-service community school. The article presents preliminary findings on the opportunities for bridging social capital that the full-service initiative has created and the impacts such…

Underage drinking is a widespread national problem that requires continuous attention from different agencies and groups in the community. This project was funded by a 50-member local coalition that included groups such as researchers, faith-based organizations, law enforcement, parents, schools, community college, university, local businesses,…

This second of three related volumes outlines the present status and advancements of the Washington state community college system. Currently, the number of people served by this sytem exceeds the combined total of all other public higher education institutions in the state; enrollment has doubled in the last four years, and tripled in the past…

Described are two programs of technical education which seek community involvement--Kirkwood Community College in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and John A. Logan College in southern Illinois. (MS)

The role of the community college today and new programs that it offers are discussed. In its role as a comprehensive, multifaceted institution, the community college not only provides academic education but also attempts to be a "people's college" by providing many services to a wide variety of people, a "servant of the community," and a "center…

In 1972, when the third campus of Montgomery College was being planned, a commitment was made to community use of the campus facilities. From the day the Germanstown Campus library opened, its services have been available to the college's students and to the community at large. The library has a bookstack capacity of 65,000 books, 100 study…

Cooperation between Lane Community College and local human services agencies has resulted in a partnership effort to produce a noncredit program which supplies the agencies with a retraining program for the unemployed and fulfills the college's purpose of service to all segments of the community. (LS)

Considered the adult student in community and junior colleges. (RK)

Argues that community general education provides a unique opportunity for community colleges to enhance the overall quality of community life and prepare citizens for their responsibilities in a democracy and to participate creatively in life activities. Cites examples of innovative and effective community general education programs. (DMM)

Presents information on educational programs related to civic literacy and community services, providing brief descriptions of programs and related research efforts. Reviews programs related to civic responsibility, civic learning, and general education, and discusses community-based programming and service learning. (11 citations) (MAB)

Highlights some of the community-based programs of LaGuardia Community College, which focus on working with already organized ethnic, racial, religious, social and cultural groups. Looks at problems, benefits, and external influences. (DMM)