Trump rescinds funds from higher ed programs Read the full story: ccdaily.com/2026/09/trump-re…

Register for AACC's 2027 Workforce Development Institute by Sept. 30 for the early-bird discount. Register today: aaccwdi.com/registration_for…

Workforce Pell comes to North Carolina -- The U.S. Education Department on Friday approved six Workforce Pell Grant programs at Forsyth Technical Community College in North Carolina, the most programs at a college to date. Read more: ccdaily.com/2026/09/workforc…

This week’s Community College Minute covers what to watch in Washington and the upcoming Workforce Development Institute deadline. Watch the 60-second update.

Can community colleges save American agriculture? -- Colleges serving agricultural regions should give agriculture the same strategic consideration they give healthcare, cybersecurity, advanced manufacturing and the skilled trades. Read more: ccdaily.com/2026/09/can-comm…

AACC has launched a new webpage featuring community college students' stories, along with statistics and contacts. AACC-member colleges can submit their student profiles: aacc.nche.edu/student-storie…

The readiness paradox community colleges can’t ignore -- Community colleges can help close the readiness paradox, or the widening gap between finishing high school and being ready for what’s next. Read more: ccdaily.com/2026/09/the-read…

AACC goes on record on ED’s accreditation proposals -- AACC submitted comments to the U.S. Education Department this week on its Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on accreditation, addressing areas such as transfer of credit and more. Read more: ccdaily.com/2026/09/aacc-on-…

Strategic partnerships for a strong workforce ecosystem -- Our challenge is to build workforce systems equal to the moment by strengthening partnerships that create opportunity, meet employer needs and ensure economic growth is broadly shared. Read more: ccdaily.com/2026/09/strength…

Experience gap leaves many grads on the sidelines ccdaily.com/2026/09/experien…

AACC urges ED to rescind or delay proposed EDGAR rule Read the article: ccdaily.com/2026/09/aacc-urg…

🎙️ A new season of Community College Voice is here! Listen now: aacc.nche.edu/2026/09/22/tra… #CommunityCollegeVoice #CommunityColleges #StudentSuccess #HigherEducation #CollegeLeadership #WorkforceDevelopment

Community colleges can be civic engagement central -- Bringing students into the political process and community life builds skills, confidence and connections. Read more: ccdaily.com/2026/09/communit…

Happy Monday! This week’s Community College Minute covers WDI deadlines, Mentor-Connect opportunities and an upcoming AACC webinar—all in under 60 seconds. ⏱️ #CCMinute #CommunityColleges

Illinois, Michigan and Pennsylvania last week received millions of dollars in grants to community colleges to boost workforce programs, help adults reconnect with college and support campus upgrades. Read more: ccdaily.com/2026/09/states-p…

In celebration of America's 250th anniversary, this PSA from AACC honors the more than 10 million students at nearly 1,000 community colleges nationwide who are transforming potential into opportunity, dreams into careers, and challenges into success. bit.ly/4yKC3QV

A look back on Advocates in Action -- AACC's Advocates in Action event this week featured legislators, congressional staff, policy makers and more. Read more: ccdaily.com/2026/09/a-look-b…

By embracing a phased rollout, strong faculty partnerships, and strategic funding, Carroll Community College created an accessible virtual reality lab that enhances teaching and learning Read more: ccdaily.com/2026/09/immersiv…

AACC Advocacy Toolkit: A practical starting point for community college leaders, trustees and others who engage with the federal government. Download now: aacc.nche.edu/wp-content/upl…

HVAC programs can access $10,000 in grant funding for propane curriculum, equipment, and instructor training. See how your program can participate and apply by December 19: bit.ly/4ifiIT6 #CommunityColleges #HVACEducation #WorkforceDevelopment #Propane