Dr. Mordecai Participates in Roundtable Discuss With Dr. Jill Biden, First Lady of the United States of America
Yesterday, Dr. Mordecai had the honor of participating in a roundtable discussion with Dr. Jill Biden, First Lady of the United States of America. Care Forward Colorado has enabled the Community College of Aurora to provide more than $250,000 in tuition, fees, and supplies to students seeking careers in critical healthcare professions. As a whole, community colleges stand at the frontlines of the fight to promote equitable social and economic mobility. With the support of our national, state, and local legislators, more dreams will be realized
(Video) Amazon Funds Historic Scholarship at the Community College of Aurora
Community College of Aurora announced the Presidential Scholars Program sponsored by Amazon. Amazon contributed $70,000 to this new initiative conceptualized by CCA President Dr. Mordecai Brownlee. To view this story, please visit: https://www.auroratv.org/video/community-college-aurora-and-amazon-announce-scholarship
Denver Business Journal Presents 40 Under 40 winner: Dr. Mordecai Ian Brownlee
To read this article, please visit: https://www.bizjournals.com/denver/news/2023/03/10/40-under-40-winner-dr-mordecai-ian-brownlee.html
Dr. Mordecai Featured by Higher Education Digital Engagement Guru Dr. Josie Ahlquist
“I am a superfan of this president! He has a big heart and his hard work is evident online through his videos, podcast, XL Twitter following, and growing impact on Instagram. In person, he has a remarkable ability to connect with others - be prepared for him to really see you if you have the chance to connect. I am honored to call him a friend and mentor.” - Dr. Josie Ahlquist
Learn more at: http://www.JosieAhlquist.com
Dr. Mordecai Has Been Selected by the Denver Business Journal to Join the 40 Under 40 Class of 2023
Recently, Dr. Mordecai Ian Brownlee was selected by the Denver Business Journal to join the 2023 Class of 40 Under 40. At 38 years old, Mordecai is making an impact in the community through his role with the Community College of Aurora and various leadership roles in the Aurora/Centennial/Denver area. He expresses EXTREME gratitude to the Aurora Chamber of Commerce for their nomination. To read more, please visit: https://www.bizjournals.com/denver/40-under-40
Wendy Brockman From Aurora TV Interviews Dr. Mordecai
Recently, Wendy Brockman from Aurora TV sat down with Dr. Mordecai Brownlee to learn about his journey to becoming the president of the Community College of Aurora president. To view the interview, please visit: https://t.co/QMpG6vlxOb
Dr. Mordecai Featured in New Community College Daily Article
To read this article, please visit: https://www.ccdaily.com/2023/01/no-cost-strategies-to-strengthen-your-storytelling/
President Brownlee Provides Winter Quarterly Update
For more information, please visit: https://www.ccaurora.edu/president-corner
The Community College of Aurora Discusses Commitment to Equitable Student Success Amid Market Changes
To view this CBS Colorado segment reported by Tori Mason, please visit: https://www.cbsnews.com/colorado/video/community-college-of-aurora-cutting-certain-degree-programs/#x
Video Highlights Community College of Aurora Partnership With The Attainment Network
To watch this video, please visit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=04kn9u5Hi6Y. To learn more about The Attainment Network, visit https://attainmentnetwork.org/.
Dr. Mordecai Writes New Article!
To read Dr. Mordecai’s latest article, please visit https://www.edsurge.com/news/2022-07-26-times-have-changed-we-must-teach-children-that-words-actually-do-hurt
Colorado Community College System Features Dr. Mordecai's Panel Talking Points Regarding the Future of Colorado's Workforce
To read this feature, please visit: https://cccs.edu/cccs-news/cca-president-dr-mordecai-brownlee-talks-innovation-at-future-of-work-event/
Community College of Aurora Becomes First Achieving the Dream College in Colorado!
Recently, the Community College of Aurora became the first ATD College in the State of Colorado! To learn more about Achieving the Dream, please visit: https://achievingthedream.org/
Dr. Mordecai Appointed to American Association of Community Colleges Board of Directors
Community College of Aurora president, Dr. Mordecai Brownlee, has been appointed to the board of the American Association of Community Colleges. He will fill a vacancy left by a previous member. We know you’ll make Colorado proud! Click here to learn more.
Community College of Aurora Sets New Scholarship Fundraising Record!
On Thursday, April 7th, the Community College of Aurora Foundation hosted its scholarship luncheon. With a packed house in attendance, CCA raised over $195,000 for scholarships - a new record! Community partner, CIVITAS, kicked off the historic day with a $50,000 match gift. Thank you to EVERYONE who attended and donated. Photos of the event are available here: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjzJStr
Dr. Mordecai Testifies Before Congressional Subcommittee on Labor Shortage Solutions
““Lack of reliable transportation, childcare, and broadband access have historically created barriers to a quality education,” Dr. Brownlee said. “Listening to the voice of our students, CCA has worked in hand with our student body to eliminate barriers and provide resources to promote equitable access and opportunity for our students.” - Dr. Mordecai Brownlee
Read full story here: https://www.cccs.edu/cccs-news/dr-mordecai-brownlee-testifies-before-congressional-subcommittee-on-labor-shortage-solutions/
Dr. Mordecai Provides Congressional Testimony Regarding Workforce Development
“Community colleges like ours stand on the front lines and in service to the most disadvantaged students and those hardest impacted due to the pandemic,” Brownlee said.
Read full story here: https://www.ccdaily.com/2022/03/workforce-development-needs-more-support/
Dr. Mordecai Discusses Community College of Aurora's Advancements with Denver Business Journal
“Community College of Aurora President Mordecai Brownlee, who noted that his school now works with employers in areas like education and nursing on specific certificate programs, said he’d like to expand the list of collaborative industries and the ways he can serve them. Rather than multiyear programs, for example, he’d like to hear proposals from companies in sectors from cybersecurity to clean energy about how CCA might be able to retrain underemployed workers in courses from five to 12 weeks to fill their needs and help those firms grow.” - Dr. Mordecai Brownlee
Read full story at: https://www.bizjournals.com/denver/news/2022/03/29/colorado-employers-education-workforce-needs-bills.html
EdTech: Focus on Higher Education Magazine Interviews Dr. Mordecai
“As an overall body of educators, now more than ever, we must embrace the various disruptions in the economy and society that are happening around us,” says Dr. Mordecai Brownlee, president of the Community College of Aurora. Read story here: https://edtechmagazine.com/higher/article/2022/03/understanding-digital-equity-gap-and-bridging-digital-divide-higher-ed-perfcon