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Dr. Sayumi Irey becomes Acting President of South Seattle College

Dr. Sayumi Irey, an educational leader committed to antiracist and sustainable educational transformation with over 25 years of experience, became South Seattle College’s acting president ...
Westside Seattle, Sept. 13, 2023

CBC Library demonstrates learning commons model

A Columbia Basin College library had it's grand reopening yesterday after a year of renovations ... [Video] 
NBC Right Now, Sept. 13, 2023

A&E briefs: Local artists donate to fundraiser

Sequim textile artist Kathie Cook is among the dozen-plus members of Peninsula College’s “Clay Club” donating 43 hand-thrown bowls to the Sept. 16 “Empty Bowls” fundraiser for the Port Angeles Food Bank.
Sequim Gazette, Sept. 13, 2023

Wenatchee Valley College has new vice president of student affairs

Wenatchee Valley College selected Dr. Diana Garza as its new vice president of student affairs ahead of the 2023 fall quarter. She will oversee student service programs and departments such as registration, admission, financial aid, counseling, athletics, and student and campus life.
Wenatchee World, Sept. 12, 2023

Commentary: WWCC helps high school juniors and seniors get a Running Start with college

... Every employee of Walla Walla Community College is dedicated to making sure that learners of all ages in our region have access to college or post-secondary education and can fully benefit from its value over the long term. 
Union-Bulletin, Sept. 12, 2023

Soundwaves comes to Thurston County homes this September

South Puget Sound Community College (SPSCC) is excited to announce the return of its community magazine, Soundwaves. The revamped magazine features articles and stories of SPSCC students, alumni, employees, and those individuals’ connections to the community.
Thurston Talk, Sept. 11, 2023

Higher Education and Politics

Leveling up: Realizing Black learner excellence at community colleges

... During this same period, enrollment for Black 18- to 34-year-olds dropped by a full 29% (second only to American Indian or Alaskan Native, which saw a 35% decrease).
Community College Daily, Sept. 12, 2023