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CCP Alum Makes Her Way in the Automotive Field
CCP Alum Makes Her Way in the Automotive Field Earning an Automotive Service I proficiency certificate in 2019 was the culmination of Jovie Last’s lifelong interest in mechanics, tools and working with her hands. Later in life, she realized that …
For the Second Time Around, Alum Makes the Right Connection
For the Second Time Around, Alum Makes the Right Connection Connecting people to resources is not only a passion for Tia Watson; it’s what she does for a living. Tia serves as the Southeastern Pennsylvania Regional Director for United States Sen. Bob …
New Academic Programs Coming Fall 2021
New Academic Programs Coming Fall 2021 This fall, Community College of Philadelphia will introduce two new certificate programs, one new degree program and three updates to current certificate and degree paths. In doing so, the College hopes to …
Covid-19 Vaccine policy updates for Fall 2021 semester
Covid-19 Vaccine policy updates for Fall 2021 semester Recently, the City of Philadelphia announced a mandate stating that all higher education students, faculty and staff must be fully vaccinated by Oct. 15, 2021. As a result, Community College of …
A Word with Newly Appointed dean, Dr. Vishal Shah
A Word with Newly Appointed dean, Dr. Vishal Shah New to the College, Dr. Vishal Shah was appointed the new dean of Math, Science and Health Careers in June 2021. A role that comes during a transformative time amid the COVID-19 pandemic, the new dean is …
Supporting Students and Volunteerism: Project Career Launch
Supporting Students and Volunteerism: Project Career Launch Students in the School District of Philadelphia with autism spectrum disorders are finding mentors in Community College of Philadelphia students through Project Career Launch. In partnership …
Join us for the Men’s Basketball Team Tournament Selection Watch Party March 2 at 2 p.m.
Join us for the Men’s Basketball Team Tournament Selection Watch Party March 2 at 2 p.m. The Men’s basketball team have advanced again and now they’re District champions. Our CCP Lions won the Region 19/North Atlantic District Championship on Saturday, …
Catto Scholar Blog - Dayanna Shomo
Catto Scholar Blog - Dayanna Shomo Hello, my name is Dayanna but I prefer to go by my last name Shomo. I am from the West Oak Lane area of Philadelphia. I graduated last summer from George Washington Carver High School of Engineering and Science, also …
Catto Scholar Blog - Iraida Sanchez
Catto Scholar Blog - Iraida Sanchez Hi everyone! My name is Iraida (they/them), and I am 20 years old. I was born in Puerto Rico but was raised here in Philly. My family and I moved from Puerto Rico back in the early 2000s and we’ve been here ever since. …
Power in the Word. African traditional to African American Spiritual Music
Power in the Word. African traditional to African American Spiritual Music Black music is one of the largest cultural exports of the United States. From jazz and rock and roll to hip hop, country music and more, billions of people all over the world enjoy …
From Southwest Philly to the President’s Office, Kathleen Hetherington Always Dreams Big
From Southwest Philly to the President’s Office, Kathleen Hetherington Always Dreams Big When Kathleen Hetherington first mentioned that she might enroll at Community College of Philadelphia, a teacher at West Philadelphia Catholic Girls High School tried …
Obama's Praise Spotlights Alum, Reentry Support Project
Obama's Praise Spotlights Alum, Reentry Support Project It’s not every day you get a national shout-out from the President of the United States, especially when you’re just an ordinary guy from Philly who’s had some run-ins with the law. But, as President …