Rural
Tips for Rural Community Colleges Fundraising and Grant Development
Rural community colleges especially benefit from a strong grant development process. Advice from a successful rural community college fundraiser.
Child Care Access Means Parents in School Programs and Experiences
The CCAMPIS program supports the participation of low-income parents in post-secondary education through the provision of campus-based childcare services. Following our recent webinar on Campus Based Childcare, we were joined by seven rural community colleges during our Peer Learning Network Discussion to learn about their experiences as CCAMPIS recipients.
SNAP Employment and Training: Overview of the Pennsylvania KEYS Program
The SNAP Employment and Training program helps SNAP participants gain skills and find work that moves them forward to self-sufficiency. During our recent Peer Learning Network discussion, we were joined by Butler County Community College and Pennsylvania Highlands Community College, both located in Pennsylvania, to learn about their KEYS (Keystone Education Yields Success) Program.
Digital Equity: Supporting Digital Inclusion Efforts for Learners
Access to affordable broadband is a challenge for many rural communities. While this challenge has been known to many, the digital inequities for rural communities were amplified throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. During our Peer Learning Network discussion, we were able to collaborate with and learn from rural community college leaders about how they are supporting digital inclusion efforts for learners and students on their campus.
Why Community College Bachelor’s Degrees? Similarities and Differences Across Urban and Rural Settings
Community college bachelor’s degrees are making a difference for students in rural and urban communities.
Collaborating on Mental Health Practices at Rural Community Colleges
Throughout this Peer Learning Network discussion, we were able to collaborate with and learn from rural community college leaders about their institution’s mental health services, capacities, development, and implementation. The mental health services at rural community colleges vary from institution to institution. However, it is acknowledged that there is a growing need for mental health support and services for students, faculty, and staff.
