The answer for Maine lies in presenting a new education and career pathway that combines work and studies at the same time.
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Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: College enrollment drop could cost us later
COVID’s disruption of people’s lives could create long-term economic problems for the state.
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Posted inMaine, Schools and Education
Maine college enrollments drop as pandemic, job market pull students from classrooms
The decline in higher education enrollment has been particularly felt by community colleges, which are seeing a 5.9 percent drop in student numbers this fall.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News, Schools and Education
Maine community colleges to make $60 million investment in workforce training
The funding will be used to launch a virtual center overseeing a variety of short-term training initiatives aimed at the unemployed, front-line workers and Mainers lacking degrees.
Posted inMaine, Times Record
Vaccine mandate adopted for Kennebec Valley Community College, other community colleges in Maine
Students taking in-person classes at the college’s campuses, including in Fairfield, will be required to be vaccinated against COVID-19
Posted inMaine, News, Schools and Education
Maine community colleges hold tuition and fees flat
Tuition for the 2021-22 academic year will remain at $96 per credit hour for Maine residents or $2,880 annually for a student taking 15 credits per semester.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-Eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Reimagining higher education to help ensure a bright economic future for Maine
To power a vibrant economy, inclusive education and workforce investments and strong partnerships are critical.
Posted inNews, Schools and Education, Uncategorized
Maine community colleges to boost on-campus learning in fall
Expanded in-person classes, residential hall capacity and a return to other on-campus activities are expected.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Maine community colleges train over 10,000 in COVID-19 readiness
The state’s community colleges and industry groups are offering simple online training on how people can stay safe and in business during the pandemic.
Posted inMaine, Schools and Education
Community colleges attract Maine students wary of campus life during COVID-19
Some Maine students are opting to enroll at their local community colleges rather than four-year schools, driven by uncertainties about residential life and how courses will be taught during the pandemic.