Analysis Of Community College

In high school, students have the tendency to think that community college is something that is bad. In “Confessions Of A Girl Who Was ‘Too Smart For Community College’,” Chelsea Fagan talks about how in school, she had a hard time in school with her grades and how her school showed off kids that went to college on a bulletin board. She tried everything to avoid going to a community college. Only for the reason that there was a “stigma” on how community colleges are mostly frowned upon or even laughed at (Fagan). Being rejected from many colleges she then convinced herself that she was too smart to go to a community college. Later on she reluctantly went to community college expecting it to be terrible. She quickly realized that community college was a great place to be. Later on, this gave her opening to go to other places. She closes off with her stating how community college is a great place financially and also a great place to mature. In “Confessions Of A Girl Who Was ‘Too Smart For Community College,’” Chelsea Fagan’s simple structure and casual tone make it easy for a reader to understand her main point, and I agree with her concerns on the reproach of community college, but she never really explained why community college was great other than her thoughts on it being cheaper making her argument a little weak.

This article provides an insightful view into the perceived and real status of community colleges in relation to their university counterparts. Once thought of as a place merely for underachievers to attend for workforce training, Trowbridge points out these institutions now have more to offer. They provide an affordable opportunity for students to complete the same courses that are available at the university for a fraction of the cost. Noting the financial savings in comparison to the traditional university, along with the overall quality of instruction, local community colleges have become a viable alternative for those seeking a college education without the incurring unnecessary amounts of debt.

Community college is a great institution for students to start their educational journey. Especially when they do not have the funds or lack some of the prerequisite that a university would require. Community college was created to serve the community, traditional and non-traditional students with the best higher education and lifetime learning opportunities. The faculty and staff members at a community college is there to provide leadership in education while going above and beyond to recognize the needs of the students and the community by providing excellent educational programs and support services that are available to all who have the opportunity to take advantage of them. “Student services now include recruitment and retention, counseling, student activities, student health, financial aid, academic support, career centers, transfer centers, and supplemental services such as transportation, child care, and services tailored for specific populations of students” (Cohen, Brawer, & Krisker, 2014, pg. 209). My philosophy in fulfilling the role and mission of the community college, is to establish the mission, vision, goals and values to guide all students on their journey to strive to become successful both in school and in today’s economy.

For whom who graduated from high school will continue with their higher education level. Most of students think that if they graduate from college or four years university they will have a chance to work on the professional field rather than minimum wages. It is a good opportunity for whose low income students can make through and receive their college degree. To support my point, in the article “Expanding Community College Access” I agree with the President Obama that, “ASAP, which began in 2007, provides money for books, coaching, tutoring, tuition waivers and transportation. Fifty-seven percent of last year’s graduates finished in three years; compare to the traditional students, where the three-year graduation rate hover around 15 percent.” (Naughton). With the high percentage graduated of ASAP program provides, the state should be agreed that the community college tuition should be waved .

The client is a 44-year-old Caucasian female, from a rural Southern Ontario background. The client is well educated and has worked as a teacher in the Elementary school system. At present, she is employed as a tutor for the adult learning center. The client identifies with no identifiable cultural or ethnic background, and firmly states, “I am a Canadian.” The client denies any religious affiliation or particular spiritual belief at the initial interview.

In the article titled “Should Community College be Free?” written by Joanne Jacobs, the author talks up the argument about whether Community College should be free and presents both sides being that Community College should in fact be free for the many students who cannot afford it which will increase, “the number of people with degrees”, according to past President Barack Obama. The other side argues that making Community College free will only help those whose parents make too much to afford Grants stating that those who can afford it will be taking advantage of the free cost and making the schools overcrowded.

Whatcom Community College nurtured my education and helped me to see my strengths, skills, and abilities. I enjoyed my time as a student there and the diverse people and relationships I built with people I ordinarily would never have met. I felt the professors were knowledgeable, and I liked that they had practical experience and would lend it to the subject. I believe in the inclusion and I love the challenge of working in an environment where many different people come together to solve problems together. I value that Whatcom also helps and offers many different kinds of classes to the community and like that everyone has equal access to education and information.

This paper will discuss the Community College System as it is predicted to be known in the future. The higher education community is setting forth on a new journey into the twenty-first century. Embarking into a new millennium is a factor fueling a transformation of the educational system such as new market learners of all ages, cost effective education, customized education, and convenient education (Ryland, 2016). Although technology should not drive the direction of any college, it will be a tremendous asset toward strategic goals of the college, more specifically, assisting students in their educational endeavors (Ryland, 2016). To add to the struggle of technology in education in the future, de los Santos and Milliron (2015), suggest

The purpose of this research paper is to explore the altered missions of community colleges and related impacts on the historical mission of community colleges. The mission of community colleges were intended to serve all individuals with an equal opportunity for higher education access. In this research paper, there will be four guided questions:

Why is community college the most effective option? The answer to that question is simple. Community colleges provide just as much opportunities as a four year does, but just as a lower price. Price is a very important topic now a days and saving can be very beneficial to one's future. Another example of college price is the two colleges compared. Manuel S. Gonzalez Canche author of the article "Is the Community College a Less Expensive Path toward a Bachelor's Degree? Public 2- and 4-Year Colleges' Impact on Loan Debt", conducts a study to determine the price difference between starting at a two year school versus starting at a four year school. The outcome of the test was that a two year school has less expensive student loans. The study

In “Public Community Colleges: Creating Access and Opportunities for First-Generation College Students,” Everett argues that community colleges have been increasing to higher educations by enrolling members of low-income, first-generation, and many more. Everett also argues that college is limited because of costs, discrimination, and precollege preparation. Julia Everett also states some challenges faced after admission such as, students who have their mind set to transfer to a 4-year university only 46% actually complete that goal and rates are lower for those with a low-income. Helping first-generations students is beneficial to the economic.

Community college is an open book for everyone, meaning college gives everyone a chance, despite the student’s level in Reading, English and Math. Addison thought, “Please tell him that hope can begin with just one placement test” (Graff & Birkenstein, 2017. Two Years Are Better than Four Liz Addison, p. 257). Some college like a community college would accept a record of a students standardized test scores, such as ACT’s or SAT’s. A placement test must be taken if a student doesn’t obtain scores from a standardized test. Depending on what the students score is then they will have to take a class that is at their level such as Math 101, English 101 and so on. Placement test will help a student get to their remedial level classes to improve

“When it comes to college education, American families are paying more and getting less” Patricia Schroeder. Even though there are differences between community college and universities, both have courses that help students obtain academic credentials necessary to meet specific career requirements. When transitioning from high school to a higher level of education there are choses between a community college and a university. If someone has a set career path in mind such as criminal justice, generally they would choose a four-year university. If an individual is not ready to leave home and not financially stabled, a community college is what they would choose.

The current initiative in American education is to develop a national curriculum that will foster global competitiveness while ensuring the success of every student, especially those populations who have historically been underserved and oppressed. The key to success in this tremendous task lies in instructional practices and methodology. Historically, the community college has been viewed as an environment for learning a skill or trade. Currently, the community college has the unique position of providing educational options for all learner; thus, community college may be the most underutilized resource in our educational community. Community colleges have the unique ability to provide students with a trade/skill, to make four year college

I, like many new LaGuardia students, would walk around campus with my head down in disappointment with myself. Every time somebody asked where I went to school I would cringe and respond softly “LaGuardia Community College” and would get a response like “oh that’s good” as if to spare my feelings. Unfortunately, LaGuardia like many other community colleges nationwide have a negative connotation associated with them because they are the institutions that accept those students that did not make it to other private or public universities. Or those students that were hit the hardest with life. It would be wrong to not point out the socioeconomic disparity of those who attend schools like LaGuardia where 61.8% of students who live with their families have a family income of under $25,000 a year. I fall under this demographic and am also an underrepresented minority as a Latino of Colombian background. This is the story of how I let my curiosity lead me to success and how I let go of the misconception that community college students were unable to achieve.