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The Council for the Study of Community Colleges @cscc-1958.bsky.social · 23h

Registration is OPEN for #CSCC2027! Join us April 8–10 in Charlotte for “No Struggle, No Progress.” Early-bird member rates end Dec. 31, 2026. Register and invite a colleague! www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticket...

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CSCC 2027 Conference Registration & Membership Renewal

Become a member, renew your membership, and/or register now for CSCC's 68th annual conference to be held in Charlotte, North Carolina on April 8 – 10, 2027.…

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The Council for the Study of Community Colleges @cscc-1958.bsky.social · 13/10/2026

There's time to submit your proposal for the 68th Annual CSCC Conference! We welcome submissions from anyone interested in community college research and practice. Charlotte, NC | April 8–10, 2027 Proposal Deadline: November 16, 2026, at 11:59 PM PST For submission guidelines: lnkd.in/giyv34Ku

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The Council for the Study of Community Colleges @cscc-1958.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

📣 Save the dates! The 2026 CSCC Fall Sponsored Webinar Series kicks off in September. 🎓 Sept. 2: NC State Belk Center — Advancing Adult Learner Success 🎓 Sept. 9: Lumina Foundation — Beyond Earnings Learn more & Register here: www.cscc.pitt.edu #CSCC #CommunityColleges

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The Council for the Study of Community Colleges @cscc-1958.bsky.social · 03/04/2026

We are honored to celebrate the late Dr. Marilyn J. Amey, posthumous recipient of the 2026 CSCC Presidential Citation of Excellence Award! Through this honor, we recognize her enduring legacy as a transformative leader and beacon of hope across the community college landscape.

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The Council for the Study of Community Colleges @cscc-1958.bsky.social · 03/04/2026

Congrats, Dr. Mark D’Amico, recipient of the 2026 CSCC Arthur M. Cohen & Florence B. Brawer Distinguished Service Award! Dr. D’Amico's research explores community college transfer and noncredit education, and he currently leads the UNC Charlotte Transfer Research Team.

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The Council for the Study of Community Colleges @cscc-1958.bsky.social · 03/04/2026

Congrats, Dr. Catherine Prieto Olivarez, recipient of the 2026 CSCC Community College Professional Award! Dr. Olivarez is a visionary and seasoned higher education leader whose two decades of experience span academic affairs, student success, transfer policy, and institutional leadership.

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The Council for the Study of Community Colleges @cscc-1958.bsky.social · 03/04/2026

Congrats, Dr. Frankie Santos Laanan, recipient of the 2026 CSCC Marilyn J. Amey Senior Scholar Award! Dr. Laanan’s work examines the impact of community and technical colleges on individuals and society.

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The Council for the Study of Community Colleges @cscc-1958.bsky.social · 03/04/2026

Congrats, Dr. Brett Ranon Nachman, recipient of the 2026 CSCC Barbara K. Townsend Emerging Scholar Award! Dr. Nachman’s research centers on community colleges and autism, as well as on issues related to disability and teaching and learning.

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The Council for the Study of Community Colleges @cscc-1958.bsky.social · 03/04/2026

Congrats, Dr. Emily Creamer, recipient of the 2026 CSCC Research Grant! Dr. Creamer’s research examines how community colleges identify and support student parents. The study will document the policies, programs, and institutional conditions shaping parenting students access to resources.

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The Council for the Study of Community Colleges @cscc-1958.bsky.social · 03/04/2026

Congrats, Dr. Nicole Contreras-García, recipient of the 2026 CSCC Richard M. Romano Dissertation of the Year Award! Her dissertation examines where and how racial transfer inequities persist in community college policies, practices, and processes.

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The Council for the Study of Community Colleges @cscc-1958.bsky.social · 10/09/2025

The Council for the Study of Community Colleges (CSCC) 2026 Annual Conference is coming up (April 2–4, 2026), and the Call for Proposals is open! Learn more about the CFP and consider submitting a proposal: www.cscc.pitt.edu/wp-content/u... #CSCC2026 #CommunityColleges #HigherEdResearch

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The Council for the Study of Community Colleges @cscc-1958.bsky.social · 04/04/2025

Congrats Nicole Contreras-García, recipient of the 2025 CSCC Outstanding Doctoral Student Award! Nicole is a doctoral candidate at UW-Madison who uses qualitative/mixed methods to elevate community college students & explore change toward equitable student support & success.

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The Council for the Study of Community Colleges @cscc-1958.bsky.social · 04/04/2025

Congrats to Dr. Nicole Soulier, recipient of the 2025 CSCC Richard M. Romano Dissertation of the Year Award! Dr. Soulier’s work centers the community college mission to meet evolving needs of diverse students. Her dissertation amplifies Indigenous voices to better serve these communities.

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The Council for the Study of Community Colleges @cscc-1958.bsky.social · 04/04/2025

Congrats Dr. Ashley Gaskew, recipient of the 2025 CSCC Research Grant! Dr. Gaskew explores the dynamics of socioeconomic policies, faculty experiences, & institutional cultures, along with the roles and contributions of for-profit & community college institutions.

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The Council for the Study of Community Colleges @cscc-1958.bsky.social · 04/04/2025

Congrats Dr. Jorge Burmicky, recipient of the 2025 CSCC Barbara K. Townsend Emerging Scholar Award! Dr. Burmicky’s research examines presidential leadership in higher education, emphasizing equity-minded & socially just leadership, & educational outcomes of men of color.

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The Council for the Study of Community Colleges @cscc-1958.bsky.social · 04/04/2025

Congrats Dr. Xueli Wang (@xueliwang.bsky.social), recipient of the 2025 CSCC Senior Scholar Award! Dr. Wang’s work spans students’ success & mental health, transfer trajectories, faculty development, teaching & learning, & change & innovation toward holistic strategies that foster student success.

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The Council for the Study of Community Colleges @cscc-1958.bsky.social · 04/04/2025

Congrats Dr. Keyimani Alford, recipient of the 2025 CSCC Community College Professional Award! Dr. Alford is a visionary leader whose groundbreaking work spans community college student retention & success, financial access, advocacy, & personal empowerment toward opportunity for all.

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The Council for the Study of Community Colleges @cscc-1958.bsky.social · 04/04/2025

Congrats Dra. Marissa C. Vasquez, recipient of the 2025 CSCC Arthur M. Cohen & Florence B. Brawer Distinguished Service Award! Dra. Vasquez uses an anti-deficit lens to interrogate transitional experiences of community college/transfer students & equity-centered institutional effectiveness.

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The Council for the Study of Community Colleges @cscc-1958.bsky.social · 04/04/2025

Congrats to the Office of Community College Research & Leadership (OCCRL), recipient of the 2025 CSCC Presidential Citation of Excellence Award! For over three decades, OCCRL has been a driving force in advancing equity & improving policies, programs, & practices that enhance cc education.

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The Council for the Study of Community Colleges @cscc-1958.bsky.social · 03/04/2025

Dr. Amanda Miller, an award-winning assistant professor, critical educator, and activist in the Teacher Education Division at Wayne State University, shares her impactful keynote address. Focusing on community, interconnectedness, & care.

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The Council for the Study of Community Colleges @cscc-1958.bsky.social · 03/04/2025

Our President-Elect, Dr. Mandy Latz (@amandaolatz.bsky.social), takes the stage for remarks and introduces our keynote speaker. #CSCC2025

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The Council for the Study of Community Colleges @cscc-1958.bsky.social · 31/03/2025

Are you attending #CSCC2025 this week? Stay connected with the Whova app. Easily access the program, build your personalized schedule, and connect with attendees! Link to create an account and download: tinyurl.com/CSCC25Whova

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2025 Annual CSCC Conference Whova Web Portal

April 3 – 5, 2025, Detroit, MI

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The Council for the Study of Community Colleges @cscc-1958.bsky.social · 31/03/2025

The 66th annual conference will be held on April 3-5, 2025 in Detroit, Michigan. The conference theme is Working in Solidarity for Equitable Community College Futures. #CSCC2025

Looking forward to you joining us this week in the Motor City!

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