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Illinois Governor Backs Four-Year Degrees at Community Colleges to Meet Workforce Demands

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Illinois' community college system, the nation's third largest, serves 600,000 residents annually through various educational programs.

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Black Billionaire to Launch Investment Education Program for HBCU and MSI Students

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Smith The billionaire – who acquired his wealth through the private equity industry – aims to educate HBCU and minority serving institutions (MSIs) students on financial wellness through his Student Investment Program.

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Augusta Tech President Named Sole Finalist to Lead Savannah State University

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Whirl, who currently serves as president of Augusta Technical College, has built a reputation for strengthening workforce education programs and fostering community partnerships. The announcement on Tuesday marks a potential new chapter for the institution, which has faced enrollment decline and financial challenges in recent years.

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Building a Thriving Workforce for Early Learning Through Higher Education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

To address these issues, it is imperative to focus on building a thriving workforce through higher education. By equipping individuals with the necessary knowledge and skills, we can transform early learning into a vibrant industry that offers sustainable career opportunities.

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Cal State Fullerton Gets $1.4M for Career Pathways Projects

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The difficulty of making a successful transition from school to the workforce remains one of the most persistent problems in higher education. The outcome is bad for students and industries alike: a lack of social mobility and a lack of qualified workers. It’s a burgeoning industry, expected to grow 7% between 2020 and 2030.

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The 6 trends shaping the online business education landscape in 2025

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This increase in competition has made learners more discerning, with nearly half of the surveyed students from McKinsey’s Learner Segmentation Survey indicating they would only pay for education programs with a clear return on career outcomes.

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Seeking Solutions to Strengthen Career Pathways

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Our region has a large healthcare industry with a significantly unmet employment demand exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. Why healthcare? Many of these careers are associated with a degree or other credential (or pathway) at the College.