The New Economic Development Role of the Community College
This paper analyzes the new economic role of the community college by examining its role in workforce development for five different industries.
Community College/Cluster Connections: Specialization and Competitiveness in the U.S. and Europe
This paper examines four community colleges in the United States and Europe and their role in local economic development.
The Economic Benefits of Pre-Baccalaureate Education: Results from State and Local Studies
This CCRC brief discusses labor market outcome findings from five states that are in the lead in using Unemployment Insurance (UI) data.
Performance Measures for Improving California Community Colleges: Issues and Options
This paper addresses the issue of performance funding and its implications for California’s community colleges. It was prepared for the State Chancellor’s Office, California Community Colleges.
Four-Year Graduates Attending Community Colleges: A New Meaning for the Term “Second Chance”
This paper details a qualitative study of four-year graduates who attended Central Piedmont Community College.