This N.C. College Leader Thinks Two-Year Schools Can Save the Middle Class
Monty Sullivan, the new president of the N.C. Community College System, talks like an evangelist for the schools.
N.C. Community College System Taps Longtime Louisiana Leader for Top Job
The new president, who must get confirmation from legislators, will be looked upon to provide stable leadership at a time of momentum and change.
Few N.C. Programs Will Qualify for New Workforce Pell Grant
Congress expanded a federal financial aid program to help students pay for job-training certifications. But only a tiny fraction of North Carolina programs meet the requirements.
Community Colleges Want in on UNC System’s Push for 3-Year Degrees
Two community college presidents wrote to their system leader expressing concern about a proposal to create accelerated degree programs.
Duke’s Engineering School Could Soon Admit Durham Tech Transfers
The initiative would be Duke’s first transfer program for community college engineering students.
How SNAP Delays Could Impact NC College Students
Colleges are preparing for increased demand at campus food banks if the shutdown affects November payments.
N.C. Community Colleges Want $100 Million to Remake Program Offerings
N.C.’s community colleges want the state to invest in a “first of its kind” plan to fill critical jobs at a turbulent time for higher ed.
More North Carolina Community College System Coverage
Rural Community Colleges Live Paycheck to Paycheck
Beaufort County Community College President Dave Loope talks about how state funding delays are affecting his campus.
A Major Departure at NC’s Community Colleges
Multiple sources tell The Assembly that a closed session vote has brought the imminent departure of president Thomas Stith, triggering another round of uncertainty for the state’s 58 colleges.
Trying Times at ‘The Great 58’
North Carolina’s community college system is broad, diverse, and imbued with a remarkable level of autonomy. But turnover and enrollment woes are raising concerns about its future.
Disquiet at Cape Fear
Cape Fear Community College President Jim Morton has been controversial since trustees hired him in 2018. What does his selection—and his staying power—say about accountability in North Carolina’s community college system?
