October 26, 2007
A 2-Year Start on the Future
Community colleges put renewed emphasis on helping their students succeed
Community colleges pride themselves on their open-door policies. For decades, access and enrollment — especially of traditionally underserved students — were their key markers of success. But in recent years, lawmakers, accreditors, and the institutions themselves have begun demanding more. It's no longer enough for community colleges to get students in the door. Now they must get more of
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