Dr. Mordecai Receives Phi Theta Kappa Award for New Presidents

Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society (PTK) will recognize 24 college presidents with the Paragon Award for New Presidents during PTK Catalyst 2024, the Society’s annual convention in Orlando, Florida, April 4-6, 2024.

To be eligible for this award, college presidents and CEOs are new in their role having served less than 3 years. Recipients are nominated by students on their campus and are only eligible to receive the award once.

The award recognizes college presidents who have shown support of student success initiatives leading to stronger pathways to completion, transfer, and employment. They have taken an active interest in supporting high-achieving students and developing student leaders on campus.

“These college presidents have students-first leadership styles and made it a priority to support student success both inside and outside the classroom,” said Phi Theta Kappa President and CEO Dr. Lynn Tincher-Ladner. “This award is special because it comes directly from the students. Read more at www.PTK.org

GOOD MORNING, CHAMPIONS! WEEK 7 MESSAGE

Good morning, Champions! It's time for our Week 7 message of the year 2024. This week, let’s discuss the importance of “Learning How to Respond Versus React to Situations.” By developing this skill, you are sure to improve your intentionality.

Historic Partnership Formed Between Community College of Aurora and Aurora Police Department

The Community College of Aurora and the Aurora Colorado Police Department joined forces Wednesday for a public mixer celebrating the development of our new Cadet Pilot Program. Local officials, CCA leadership, and community leaders were on hand for the festivities. Thank you to Launch Pad Brewery for hosting the event! Check out pics here, and learn more about the Cadet Pilot Program by clicking the link! https://bit.ly/4bvwwmu

GOOD MORNING, CHAMPIONS! WEEK 6 MESSAGE

Good morning, Champions! It's time for our Week 6 message of the year 2024. “Are You Paying Attention to What People Are Showing You About Themselves?” Doing so can save time, prevent drama, and help you navigate decision-making.

Dr. Mordecai Joins Colorado Freedom Memorial Board of Directors

This weekend, Dr. Mordecai Brownlee officially became a board member of the Colorado Freedom Memorial. Miss Lauren, his daughter, joined him for this special day.

Please visit https://coloradofreedommemorial.com/about-the-memorial/ to learn more.

GOOD MORNING, CHAMPIONS! WEEK 5 MESSAGE

Good morning, Champions! It's time for our Week 5 message of the year 2024. “Don’t allow the limitations of others to become YOUR reality.” Check out http://ItsDrMordecai.com for more videos, articles, and content. 😁

Colorado Community College System Day at the Capital

CCCS Day at the Capitol was a huge success! Thank you to our state legislators for attending our presentations, viewing our displays, and engaging with our leadership staff and students yesterday.

We were thrilled to share the stories of our students, our 13 colleges, and how we create educational and training opportunities for all Coloradans. Dr. Mordecai proudly represented the Community College of Aurora.

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Luncheon Hosted by Community College of Aurora

Read more about this successful community event here: https://sentinelcolorado.com/0trending/cca-aurora-police-honor-community-student-inclusion-leaders/

Community College of Aurora Hosts Dr. Barbara J. Johnson

Earlier this week, the Community College of Aurora hosted Dr. Barbara J Johnson. Included in this photo with Dr. Mordecai and Dr. Johnson is Blair Lee - all are members of the American Association of Blacks in Higher Education. To learn more, please visit www.aabhe.education

GOOD MORNING, CHAMPIONS! WEEK 4 MESSAGE

Good morning, Champions! It’s time for our Week 4 message for the year 2024. This week, let’s discuss the importance of being honest with ourselves.

Aaron Harber Show on PBS

Dr. Mordecai just had the honor of representing the Community College of Aurora and the Colorado Community College System on the Aaron Harber Show (PBS). Thank you to the Executive Director of the Colorado Department of Higher Education, Dr. Angie Paccione, for the opportunity. Learn more at https://harbertv.com/

Fox Zone Grand Opening

The Community College of Aurora opened the “Fox Zone” - our newly renovated gaming and community space moments ago!!! Thanks to our CCA Student Government, Student Success Division, and Strategic Communications Department for their collaboration.

Good Morning, Champions! Week 3 Message

Good morning, Champions! It’s time for our Week 3 message for the year 2024. This week, let’s discuss “identifying what would cause us to fail” this year.

Rev. Dr. MLK Wreath Laying Event

This weekend, Dr. Mordecai had the opportunity to speak at the City of Aurora Rev. Dr, Martin Luther King Jr Wreath Laying Ceremony at the MLK Library in Aurora, Colorado.

Supporting Big Brothers Big Sisters of Colorado

Yesterday, Dr. Mordecai provided the keynote for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Colorado’s “Big Futures Kickoff Event.” Special thank you to Elycia Cook, President and CEO, for your leadership and Polica Houston for the opportunity.

Dr. Mordecai to Keynote for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Colorado

Dr. Mordecai will provide the keynote for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Colorado this week! For more information, please visit www.biglittlecolorado.org

Good Morning, Champions! Week 2 Message

Good morning, Champions! It's time for our Week 2 message for the year 2024. This week, let’s focus on “identifying the resources we need to win” as we set the foundation for what can be our most successful year yet.

Partnering With Big Brothers Big Sisters of America

Thank you, Polica Houston (VP of Programs for Big Brothers Big Sisters of America), for stopping by the Community College of Aurora this morning. I am super excited about our partnership!

EdTech Unleashed: Charting the Course for Higher Ed in 2024

Join Dr. Mordecai and other educators for an insightful and forward-looking webcast as we delve into the dynamic landscape of digital learning in higher education. To register for this webinar, click here.

Community college of Aurora hosts Colorado legislators’ Breakfast

Today, Dr. Mordecai welcomed leaders for the annual Aurora Chamber of Commerce Legislators' Breakfast. Eastern metro area legislative leaders and chamber members met to provide a platform for residents to hear about legislation plans for the following CO legislative session. Additional photos can be found here: https://www.facebook.com/ItsDrMordecai