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Capturing Rhythm and RISE: Rhythm Soto, Live Painting Demonstration

Home News Archive Capturing Rhythm and RISE: Rhythm Soto, Live Painting Demonstration Jun 3, 2026 Rhythm Soto is a 2026 CCP graduate and is coming back to campus on June 9 to participate in Rhythm and RISE, our 60 th anniversary celebration. During the …

Celebrating Longtime Faculty and Staff at the College

Home News Archive Celebrating Longtime Faculty and Staff at the College Jan 6, 2026 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 …

The ‘linked destinies’ of teachers and students

Home News Archive The ‘linked destinies’ of teachers and students Feb 27, 2026 Educators and their students share a powerful link. That’s the teaching philosophy of Njemele Tamala Anderson, CCP alum and award-winning English teacher at Science Leadership …

Q&A with Dr. Brian McCloskey, President of Chestnut Hill College

Home News Archive Q&A with Dr. Brian McCloskey, President of Chestnut Hill College Feb 20, 2026 Dr. Brian McCloskey currently serves as Chestnut Hill College’s eighth president. He is a graduate of Community College of Philadelphia, earning his …

Nursing Student Day Honors CCP Nursing Students for More Than 30 Years

Home News Archive Nursing Student Day Honors CCP Nursing Students for More Than 30 Years Feb 6, 2026 As Community College of Philadelphia celebrates its 60th anniversary, the College’s Department of Nursing hosted a CCP staple that has honored Nursing …

CCP’s 2025-2026 Artist in Residence: Mikel Patrick Avery

Home News Archive CCP’s 2025-2026 Artist in Residence: Mikel Patrick Avery Feb 4, 2026 The Community College of Philadelphia and Spring Garden Records 2025–2026 Artist in Residence is Mikel Patrick Avery, a percussionist, composer/improvisor, filmmaker, …

A Place to Land Safely: Sierra Akers, CCP Alum and Diversity Fellow

Home News Archive A Place to Land Safely: Sierra Akers, CCP Alum and Diversity Fellow Dec 17, 2025 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 …

Passing on a Tradition: Valerie and Louise Lanzetta

Home News Archive Passing on a Tradition: Valerie and Louise Lanzetta Jan 8, 2026 For mother-daughter duo Valerie and Louise Lanzetta, Community College of Philadelphia has brought opportunities at affordable prices. Valerie was born in Philadelphia and …

A Future in Welding: Sequoia Alldun’s Story

Home News Archive A Future in Welding: Sequoia Alldun’s Story Jan 9, 2026 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 …

CCP instructor Sosena Solomon selected as a 2025 Pew Fellow

Home News Archive CCP instructor Sosena Solomon selected as a 2025 Pew Fellow Dec 9, 2025 The Pew Center for Arts & Heritage has named CCP adjunct instructor Sosena Solomon among this year’s Pew Fellowship recipients. Sosena has been making documentaries …

CCP’s Summer Study Abroad Programs Inspire Learning and Growth

Home News Archive CCP’s Summer Study Abroad Programs Inspire Learning and Growth Sep 26, 2025 Studying in another country and experiencing a different culture has helped CCP students gain a global perspective since 2000. Our Study Abroad programs have …

Student-produced Play Showcased in the Philadelphia Fringe Festival, a First for CCP

Home News Archive Student-produced Play Showcased in the Philadelphia Fringe Festival, a First for CCP Sep 24, 2025 In spring 2025, students in Community College of Philadelphia’s Theater program presented their original play,” Miz Prophet Tells All”—born …