MCCS Board of Trustees to meet
September 22, 2023
The MCCS Board of Trustees will meet at NMCC in Presque Isle on Wednesday, September 27, 2023. Read More
MCCS in the News
Early Fall Enrollment up 18 Percent at Maine’s community colleges
August 31, 2023
The increase in community college students is expected to result in more transfer students going to four-year colleges. Read More
Maine’s Community Colleges Join College Completion Accelerator to Boost Student Outcomes and Completion Rates Nationwide
August 30, 2023
Maine’s community colleges will join the 80+ colleges across 11 states that will work to eliminate barriers to student success and higher education attainment. Read More
An aging state looks to colleges to keep its economy humming
August 16, 2023
The Chronicle of Higher Education
The Chronicle of Higher Ed reports on MCCS’ efforts to jump start work-force training programs for incumbent workers and those looking to begin or switch careers. Read More
Short Term Workforce Training Highlighted
August 3, 2023
The EvoLLLution
Short-term workforce training programs at Maine’s community colleges are highlighted in this series of articles, discussing various aspects of the programs and how to connect short-term workforce graduates to degree and certificate programs for lifelong learning that is relevant, accessible, and affordable for everyone. Read More
Connecting Adult Ed Programs and Community Colleges
July 26, 2023
Inside Higher Ed
The Maine Department of Education has placed advisers on all seven of Maine’s community colleges to help students bridge the gap between adult education programs and colleges. Read More
Gov. Mills announces new heat pump goal at Kennebec Valley Community College lab
July 26, 2023
Portland Press Herald
Governor Janet Mills announces new heat pump installation goal at Kennebec Valley Community College heat pump installation training lab to underscore the job creation benefits of meeting the state’s climate goals. Read More
DOE and MCCS team up for new on-campus student advisor program
July 14, 2023
Maine Department of Education - News Release
College and Career Success Coordinators provide academic and career supports and help students transition to college. Read More
Free Community College Extended for Two More Years
July 11, 2023
Governor Mills signs budget funding Free College Scholarships for High School Classes of 2024-25 Read More
Interim President Named at Southern Maine Community College
June 16, 2023
Dean of Administration Tiffanie Bentley begins as interim president on August 1. Read More