CCAC Recognized by Achieving the Dream as a 2023 Leader College
CCAC attendees at the DREAM 2023 Awards & Recognition Luncheon on Thursday, Feb. 16. From left to right: Amie Erickson, Dr. Mary Fifield (Achieving the Dream coach), Dean Kristin Spiker, Dr. Helena Liddle, Kimberly Davis, Dr. Michael Chirdon-Jones, Dr. Quintin Bullock, Dr. Ronald Head (Achieving the Dream coach) and Hannah Thomas (Achieving the Dream coordinator).
Pittsburgh
The Community College of Allegheny County announced on Feb. 16 that it has been designated a Leader College by Achieving the Dream (ATD), a national nonprofit dedicated to advancing community colleges as hubs of equity and mobility in their communities.
"CCAC is committed to attaining the highest standard of excellence in education, and we are proud to be recognized by ATD for our achievements in producing transformative results for our students and the community," said Dr. Quintin Bullock, CCAC president.
Leader Colleges play an important role in accelerating the adoption of effective practices within the ATD Network and across higher education. They are recognized for the quality of their work in whole-college reform, resulting in increased completion rates for all students. Leader Colleges develop innovative ways to work with other colleges to share knowledge and facilitate an exchange of ideas about evidence-based reform strategies.
CCAC is part of the ATD Network, made up of 300+ colleges committed to advancing equity and supporting student success at their institutions and throughout their communities. CCAC is one of ATD's founding colleges and has been a member of the organization since 2004.
About Achieving the Dream
Achieving the Dream (ATD) is a partner and champion of more than 300 community colleges across the country. Drawing on our expert coaches, groundbreaking programs, and national peer network, we provide institutions with integrated, tailored support for every aspect of their work - from foundational capacities such as leadership, data, and equity to intentional strategies for supporting students holistically, building K-12 partnerships, and more. We call this Whole College Transformation. Our vision is for every college to be a catalyst for equitable, antiracist, and economically vibrant communities. We know that with the right partner and the right approach, colleges can drive access, completion rates, and employment outcomes - so that all students can access life-changing learning that propels them into community-changing careers. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn.