MCCS in the News

Maine’s community colleges announce a new approach to workforce development

October 5, 2021

A $60 million investment will enable MCCS to provide low- or no-cost training to more than 24,000 frontline Maine workers over the next four years. Read More

EMCC President Lisa Larson exiting to join higher ed innovation group, interim president named

October 4, 2021

Dr. Wayne Burton, president emeritus of North Shore Community College in Danvers, Massachusetts, will serve as interim president. Read More

Maine’s Community Colleges to announce new approach to workforce training, historic investment in Maine’s frontline workers

October 1, 2021

Details on the announcement to be made on October 5. Read More

Statement by MCCS President regarding vaccine protocol for Maine’s public sector employees

September 17, 2021

“The DOL confirms the need for requiring clear vaccine protocols such as the one already in place at Maine’s community colleges.” Read More

Dr. Betsy Libby Selected as President of Central Maine Community College

September 2, 2021

The MCCS Board of Trustees voted unanimously to confirm Dr. Betsy Libby as the next president of CMCC. Read More

Maine’s community colleges requiring COVID-19 vaccination for all students this fall

August 12, 2021

The new protocol will be in effect for the 2021-22 academic year and applies to any student taking classes or training at any MCCS facility. Read More

President Daigler statement on Governor signing legislation to implement Maine Jobs and Recovery Plan

July 20, 2021

“This is great news for Maine, and we are eager to get to work,” said MCCS President David Daigler. Read More

No tuition or fee increase for Maine’s community college students this fall

July 9, 2021

MCCS has long had the lowest tuition and fees in New England. Tuition for the 2021-22 academic year remains at $96 a credit hour for Maine residents. Read More

Maine businesses sign Compact with Maine Community College System for expanded workforce training

July 8, 2021

More than 75 Maine businesses and industry associations have signed agreements that provide their employees with expanded workforce training opportunities, discounted tuition. Read More

Remote and Rural

June 29, 2021

Inside Higher Ed

Inside Higher Ed takes a look at MCCS’s Remote Work for ME initiative and how it’s a win-win for both Maine employers and rural workers. Read More