The California State University system is contesting five proposed baccalaureate programs at community colleges. It is working with California Community Colleges to improve the program-review process. Five baccalaureate degree programs proposed by institutions in the California Community College system remain in limbo as leaders of the state community college and California State University systems hash out whether those programs are duplicative. Cal State leaders contend the programs could encroach on their offerings. Community college leaders argue their programs serve a different subset of students and that there are plenty of prospective students to fill programs old and new.
Community colleges are breaking new ground with more bachelor's degrees in specialized fields. In the Antelope Valley, a popular program leads to aviation jobs.
Community colleges are breaking new ground with more bachelor's degrees in specialized fields. In the Antelope Valley, a popular program leads to aviation jobs.
A revolution is in the making at California’s community colleges: No more grades, no more sitting through lectures or seminars, no more deadlines. In a pilot program taking shape across eight of the state’s community colleges, the only requirement for some associate degrees will be “competency.” Students who can prove that they have the relevant […]