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
MCCS in the News
Dan Belyea: Taking the lead on remote worker training
June 28, 2021
Lewsiton Sun Journal
Under a new Remote Work for ME initiative announced this month, Maine’s community colleges are offering free online workforce training to rural Mainers. Read More
Student trustee appointed to Maine Community College System Board
June 23, 2021
NMCC student Valerie Laure Bilogue of Presque Isle was welcomed as the new student trustee on the MCCS Board of Trustees Read More
MDOL Launches New Data Tool Showcasing Graduate Earnings in Maine
June 21, 2021
Maine Department of Labor News Release
This dataset shows how much you can earn after spending just one or two years at a community college. Read More
Remote Worker Grant Sparks Major Rural Workforce Training Initiative at Maine’s Community Colleges
June 3, 2021
The grant will help provide training for more than 700 people over the next three years. Read More
Gov. Janet Mills in Auburn supporting $35 million community college workforce training investment
May 19, 2021
Lewiston Sun Journal
The funds would cover workforce training program tuition and fees for an estimated 8,500 additional students statewide. Read More
Governor Mills to Visit CMCC in Auburn to Highlight Maine Jobs & Recovery Plan’s Investment in Community College’s Workforce Training Programs
May 18, 2021
Governor Mills has proposed investing $35 million in the Maine Community College System to support workforce training programs. Read More
Program will train aquaculture workforce in Maine as industry grows
May 12, 2021
Portland Press Herald
The Maine Aquaculture Innovation Center and WCCC received a $500,000 grant to develop an aquaculture-specific training program at the college. Read More
Medical assistant programs at Maine’s community colleges sweep the “Best of” list for 2021
May 5, 2021
Medical assistant programs at Maine’s community colleges hold seven of the top 10 rankings for Best Medical Assistant Schools in Maine. Read More
Class of 2021 Maine Community College graduates honored in commencement ceremonies
May 4, 2021
In the coming weeks, six of the seven colleges are holding virtual ceremonies, while YCCC is holding an in-person ceremony. Read More