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Before is a monumental task of building out the digital infrastructure to support America’s global role as a technology leader.

Read how community college programs bridge the gap between education and high-demand careers: https://t.co/S4xdSQGdfL

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Presidents Ann Bieber of @LehighCarbonCC and John Yudichak of @LuzerneCC co-authored an op-ed highlighting how PACCC’s 15 member colleges power our state’s skilled trades and workforce development ecosystem - particularly in the era of artificial intelligence.

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With #VeteransDay approaching, PA’s 15 community colleges proudly support our veterans, active-duty members & families. From start to finish, we’re your mission partner in higher ed.

Thanks to @mccc for highlighting this on their https://t.co/vZnRDChbK8!

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Huge congratulations to @ConnectWCCC (WCCC), on its integral role in the federal grant backing PennSTART.

This project proves that when community colleges and regional partners collaborate, we meet critical community needs head-on.

Read more: https://t.co/9TSszOHpW2

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CCAC’s Film Tech program features a state-of-the-art studio, sound room & set production space to prepare students for careers in lighting, sound, editing, set building & more.

A perfect example of how community colleges rapidly adapt to support local industry workforce needs!

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Not only did @CCAC's South Campus host the crew for @AppleTV 's new series Nocturne, but they’re also training the region’s next generation of film pros!

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Join the free celebration:

Sat, Nov 14 @ 1 PM
Tyler Hall, Newtown Campus

Featured Readers: Lynda Gene Rymond; 2025 Poet Laureate Madeline Marriott; preliminary judge Michelle Messina Reale & runners-up Kevin Kaiser, Natalie Mera Ford, and Camille Norvaisas.

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Congratulations to Bucks County Community College alumna Lynda Gene Rymond on being named the 50th Bucks County Poet Laureate!

Lynda’s work was chosen from 90 entries in PA’s longest-running competition. A wonderful testament to the creative community nurtured at Bucks!

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20 years of honoring those who served. 🇺🇸

@CCBCedu invites veterans & the community to the 20th Annual Veterans Salute Breakfast:

RSVP by Oct 30: [email protected] | 724-480-3554

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For cadets, this memorial is a powerful reminder of the true weight and commitment of wearing the badge. We remember their sacrifice, stand with their families, and reaffirm our duty to prepare those who follow.

(Photos: Philip Snavely, Law Enf Dir, Public Service School)

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Community colleges just train law enforcement & are also places of deep reflection and honor. This week, @HACC_edu held a ceremony adding Lt William D Lebo, Ofcr Andrew W Duarte, Det Mark E Baker, Det Sgt Cody M Becker & Det Isaiah D Emenheiser to the PA Police Officers Memorial.

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Extraordinary staff members are the heartbeat of our community colleges.

Congrats to Dr. Barbara Zaborowski of Penn Highlands Community College on being named a 2026 "Window Keeper" by PA Humanities! Thanks for opening doors to new perspectives: https://t.co/R9NYCZO4Wc

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Learning by doing!

From campus bistros to industry partnerships, PA's community colleges are bridging the skills gap and building Pennsylvania’s workforce.

Check out how @ConnectWCCC's culinary program gives students real-world edge: https://t.co/b9GKA9vasy

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Colleges are community anchors.

Proud to see @RACC_edu and President Dr. Susan Looney honored by @HelpingHarvest for their incredible dedication to fighting food insecurity in Berks County!

Read more: https://t.co/vJdFYpowXo

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Community colleges do more than educate—they enrich local quality of life!

At @BC3edu, the 1-mile Shaffer Walking Trail offers a place to jog, walk, and stay active. Proof that our campuses are true community anchors.

Read more: https://t.co/cP61X7qH7z

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Cybersecurity threats are rising, and PA community colleges are training the digital heroes needed to fight back.

Check out how @CCBCedu is preparing students for high-demand, high-wage tech careers right here in Pennsylvania:
https://t.co/lzlJow7uCZ

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PA’s community colleges are proud to power the frontline of emergency preparedness across the Commonwealth, training the firefighters, EMTs, and paramedics who keep our communities safe.

Best of luck to all participating crews!

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24 hours. 70+ simulated emergencies. Nonstop readiness.

This weekend, Westmoreland County Community College hosts #Endure24 Ops at their Public Safety Training Center! Responders face 24hrs of scenarios in structural firefighting, technical rescue, EMS, & vehicle extrication.

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Congrats, @bc3edu Pioneers!

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In Sept 1966, the first students arrived at @BC3edu —PA’s first community college west of Harrisburg. 60 years & 27,500+ credit students later, BC3 is celebrating its milestone Founders Day!

For 60 yrs, PA community colleges & local communities have grown together.