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Our country is at a tipping point. The senseless deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery and far too many African-American men and women is a reflection of the racial prejudice and injustice that continues to exist throughout our nation. While we cannot directly influence what happens in Minneapolis, Louisville or Brunswick, we can, and will, positively impact our…
Continue readingCCBC’s annual Commencement ceremony is the climax of our academic year. As such, in spite of the dark days brought on by COVID-19, we are determined to connect this wonderful event not only with our graduates and their families, but also with the broader CCBC community – our supporters, business partners and friends. Commencement is truly the hallmark of the good…
Continue readingDear Friends, With the holidays now upon us, we may find ourselves feeling nostalgic about cherished time spent with family and friends. As you reminisce about seasons’ past, partake of this year’s festivities, and ponder the possibilities that lie ahead, I wish you abundant happiness and peace during this holiday season. And, I find no better way to end the…
Continue readingI must admit that I am shameless when it comes to never turning down an opportunity to talk about community colleges or about my own college, CCBC. After 52 years of serving as a community college professional, these institutions are a part of me; that magical “open door” mission is in my blood. And why would you ever stop doing…
Continue readingAt CCBC, it has become a truism that 21st century students need a 21st century education and skills to prepare for 21st century jobs; and, they need 21st century models to achieve these goals. We recently held a press conference at CCBC to celebrate one of the best of those 21st century models: the Baltimore County College Promise Scholarship program. …
Continue readingEach year I have the privilege of presiding over CCBC’s Graduation Ceremony held under a massive tent on the lawn of our Essex campus. With a capacity to hold 5,000, the tent overflowed with guests gathered to honor and celebrate their very own graduate, often the first in the family to earn a college degree. Grandmothers, babies, moms, dads and…
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