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February 11, 2026
Community College of Philadelphia receives 2026 Community Engagement Classification from Carnegie Foundation
PHILADELPHIA — The Carnegie Foundation announced that Community College of Philadelphia has received the 2026 Community Engagement (CE) Classification. The CE Classification is an elective designation awarded by the American Council on Education (ACE) and the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching that highlights an institution’s commitment to community engagement.
February 6, 2026
Nursing Student Day Honors CCP Nursing Students for More Than 30 Years
As Community College of Philadelphia celebrates its 60th anniversary, the College’s Department of Nursing hosted a CCP staple that has honored Nursing students for more than half of the institution’s history. The Nursing Student Day, held every fall semester, dates back more than 30 years.
February 4, 2026
CCP’s 2025-2026 Artist in Residence: Mikel Patrick Avery
The Community College of Philadelphia and Spring Garden Records 2025–2026 Artist in Residence is Mikel Patrick Avery, a percussionist, composer/improvisor, filmmaker, photographer, and designer of modern pedal and electronic instruments. Avery doesn’t limit himself to the confines of what music and art traditionally are, but instead explores outside all artistic boxes, encouraging his collaborators to do the same. This year, his collaborators are CCP Music students, who have been very receptive to Avery’s creative process.
January 9, 2026
A Future in Welding: Sequoia Alldun’s Story
Sequoia Alldun recently completed Community College of Philadelphia’s Welding program and is now working in an apprenticeship at the Philadelphia Navy Yard. Sequoia grew up around welding because her dad was a mechanic, and when she moved to Philadelphia, she figured she’d give the profession a try herself. CCP was a fast and affordable option to get her started.
January 9, 2026
Foundations of Success: Joe Morris’ Journey from CCP to Health Care Leadership
Joe Morris, a member of Community College of Philadelphia’s first graduating class, remembers his days at the College fondly, and is grateful for the educational and overall life skills he gained while at the College. After graduating from CCP, Morris pursued a robust career in health care and eventually went on to obtain an MBA in Health Administration from Temple University.
January 8, 2026
Passing on a Tradition: Valerie and Louise Lanzetta
For mother-daughter duo Valerie and Louise Lanzetta, Community College of Philadelphia has brought opportunities at affordable prices. Valerie was born in Philadelphia and raised in France, but when she returned to the city in her 30s, she wanted to pursue an American college degree. “I did some research, and I found out about CCP. [They had] different time[s] for classes that fit my personal schedule,” Valerie said. Now, Valerie works as a program director and assistant professor of Medical Laboratory Science at Thomas Jefferson University.
January 6, 2026
Celebrating Longtime Faculty and Staff at the College
The College hosted the annual Celebrate the Stars and Holiday Celebration event on Dec. 10, where the community came together to congratulate faculty and staff who have reached milestones in their years of service at the College. More than 100 employees celebrated 5, 10, 15, 20, 30 and 40 years of service and were presented with a certificate. The Gymnasium featured 1960s themed decor in honor of the College’s 60th anniversary, and attendees enjoyed food, music, dancing, games and raffles.
December 17, 2025
CCP Student Adriana Lopez Sanchez on the Pride of Learning a New Language in a New Country
After living in the U.S. for just four years, Adriana Lopez Sanchez has made incredible progress on her goals to learn English and graduate from college. She is on track to earn her associate degree in accounting from Community College of Philadelphia this December.
December 17, 2025
A Place to Land Safely: Sierra Akers, CCP Alum and Diversity Fellow
For Sierra Akers, a CCP alum and current Diversity Fellow in Behavioral Health and Human Services, the College is more than just an institution of higher education; it’s home. “At times, where I've needed some place to land safely and feel comfortable, I've come back to CCP,” Akers said.
December 16, 2025
Business Leadership Faculty Selected for Fulbright Specialist Roster
Dr. Gayathri Banavara, assistant professor in Business Leadership, was recently selected for inclusion on the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) and World Learning’s Fulbright Specialist Roster for a tenure of three years (2025–2028). This recognition is a significant professional achievement and a testament to Dr. Banavara’s expertise and contributions to her field.
December 15, 2025
New 2025–26 Program Offerings at CCP
This academic year, Community College of Philadelphia has added some exciting new programs into the fold. Learn more about the opportunities these programs can bring.
December 12, 2025
Foundations in Art: Jonathan Lyndon Chase
Jonathan Lyndon Chase is an interdisciplinary, Philadelphia-based artist who works in painting, video, sound and sculpture to depict queer Black love and community amid the backdrop of urban and domestic spaces. They are also a proud graduate of Community College of Philadelphia. On Oct. 16, Chase came back to campus for an artist talk event where they shared some of their artwork and experiences working as an artist with our students, faculty and staff.