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College Combats Poverty to Support Student Success
College Combats Poverty to Support Student Success New office buildings and shimmering residential towers are rising above the earth in Philadelphia, soaring over sprawling, technology-rich research and medical centers. Yet, underlying this vibrant …
Congressman and Alumnus Dwight Evans is 2019 Commencement Speaker
Congressman and Alumnus Dwight Evans is 2019 Commencement Speaker U.S. Rep. Dwight Evans (D-PA.), a graduate of Community College of Philadelphia and La Salle University, will be this year’s principal speaker at Community College of Philadelphia’s 53rd …
CCP's 2019 Class Graduates at 53rd Commencement
CCP's 2019 Class Graduates at 53rd Commencement Community College of Philadelphia president, Dr. Donald Generals, welcomed and addressed the College's 2019 graduating class at the 53rd Commencement on May 4. U.S. Rep. Dwight Evans (D-PA.), a graduate of …
Community College of Philadelphia and John W. Hallahan Catholic Girls’ High School Unveil the 100 Steps Dual Enrollment Program
Community College of Philadelphia and John W. Hallahan Catholic Girls’ High School Unveil the 100 Steps Dual Enrollment Program A new dual enrollment program, the "100 Steps" program, was announced between Community College of Philadelphia (CCP) and John …
How One Student Rediscovered Her Love for Math
How One Student Rediscovered Her Love for Math Yolanda Brutley-Dugger says that in almost every space she’s in, she is most often the only person in a wheelchair. However, she notes that this doesn’t slow her down on her “journey of trying.” Born in Texas …
Dr. Generals' Fireside Chat for Women's History Month
Dr. Generals' Fireside Chat for Women's History Month To celebrate Women’s History Month, Dr. Generals led a Fireside Chat that delved into the inspiring and sometimes overlooked legacy of Angela Davis, from influences in her youth and early career to how …
Fireside Chat with Dr. Generals - Womens' History Month 2022
Fireside Chat with Dr. Generals - Womens' History Month 2022 To celebrate Women’s History Month, Dr. Generals led a Fireside Chat that delved into the inspiring and sometimes overlooked legacy of Angela Davis, from influences in her youth and early career …
Under the Tutelage: Professor Terry Peterson’s Lifelong Love of Learning
Under the Tutelage: Professor Terry Peterson’s Lifelong Love of Learning Terry Peterson is a graphic designer, and has been teaching Design, Computer Art, and Graphic Design courses at Community College of Philadelphia for more than 25 years. When asked …
Self-Study with Ahmaud Mitchell: All about reaccreditation at the College
Self-Study with Ahmaud Mitchell: All about reaccreditation at the College Meet Ahmad Mitchell, a second-year student who is participating in the self-study process for accreditation by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education . Accreditation by …
Author Talk: Quiara Alegría Hudes
Author Talk: Quiara Alegría Hudes On Friday, April 1, the College welcomed esteemed author, lyricist, essayist and playwright Quiara Alegría Hudes to our (virtual) campus to talk about her career and her latest book, My Broken Language. Alegría Hudes is a …
At 18, Nate Gordon is Paying it Forward in a Big Way
At 18, Nate Gordon is Paying it Forward in a Big Way Nathaniel “Nate” Gordan was only 13 years old when his parents sent him to live with his aunt in North Philadelphia. Born in Covington, GA – a small city about an hour outside of Atlanta – Nate says he …
From Pakistan to Philadelphia: How Education Has Helped Afshan Khan Defy the Odds
From Pakistan to Philadelphia: How Education Has Helped Afshan Khan Defy the Odds Afshan Khan will be graduating from Community College of Philadelphia this June with an associate degree in Health Care Studies. While she has always dreamed of obtaining …