Supporting Aurora Mental Health & Recovery Capital Project
Dr. Mordecai is honored to represent the Community College of Aurora on the Aurora Mental Health & Recovery Board of Directors. Recently, Rep. Jason Crow participated in a momentous check presentation in support of Aurora Mental Health & Recovery's new capital project.
Colorado State Board of Education Member Kathy Plomer Visits Dr. Mordecai
Thank you Board Member Kathy Plomer of the Colorado State Board of Education for stopping by the Community College of Aurora to discuss opportunities for transformative educational solutions with President Brownlee!
Dr. Mordecai Speaks at 2023 Digital Credentials Summit
Thank you to Education Design Lab and 1EdTech (formerly IMS Global) for bringing these college presidents from around the country for an insightful panel discussion regarding the power of skills-based micro-credentials and the critical role they will play in equitable economic mobility. From left to right: Dr. Falecia D. Williams, Dr. Kate Smith, Dr. Mordecai Ian Brownlee, Dr. Rufus Glasper, and Dr. Rick Aman.
To learn more, please visit: https://web.cvent.com/event/97816636-d4d7-48ae-8af1-973001e46135/summary
True Light Baptist Church Supports Community College of Aurora
Yesterday, Dr. Mordecai Brownlee provided a keynote address to True Light Baptist Church. In attendance were his wife (Daphne) and children. Pastor Shannon Warner and his wife are pictured here donating to the Community College of Aurora Scholarship Foundation Fund.
The Colorado Community College System Supports African Chamber of Commerce
Dr. Mordecai and his wife, Daphne, joined several colleagues from the Colorado Community College System (CCCS) last night in supporting 2nd Annual African Chamber of Commerce Colorado Business Awards Reception. Pictured from left to right are: Daphne & Dr. Mordecai Brownlee (Community College of Aurora), Dr. Colleen Simpson (President, Front Range Community College), Fiona Lytle (Chief Communications Officer & Legislative Liaison, CCCS), and Dr. Ryan Ross (Associate Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, Equity, and Inclusion, CCCS).
Dr. Mordecai Provides Keynote at Galveston College
Recently, Dr. Mordecai had the honor of supporting Galveston College and President W. Myles Shelton by providing the keynote address at their Spring 2023 General Assembly. Special thank you to Board of Regents Member Armin Cantini for attending as well!
Spring 2023 Semester Starts Today at the Community College of Aurora
Pictured here is Dr. Mordecai recording his back to school video for CCA. To view the video, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SNuK8gBQ9v8
Dr. Mordecai in the Community Supporting MLK Day
Pictured here is Dr. Mordecai, along with Senator Rhonda Fields and (her daughter) Maisha Fields. All were on hand to provide food and services at the MLK Library in Aurora, Colorado to those in need.
Dr. Mordecai & Family Support MLK Day of Service
This past weekend, Dr. Mordecai and his family attended the MLK Day of Service event at the Town Center at Aurora. The event was held in partnership with SECOR, Elevation Christian Church, Aurora Police Department, Community College of Aurora, and Town Center at Aurora.
Supporting the City of Aurora History Museum
Mordecai Jr. joins Dr. Mordecai to pick up their family wreath recently won through this year’s Festival of Wreaths campaign. To learn more about the Aurora History Museum, please visit: https://www.auroragov.org/things_to_do/aurora_history_museum
Community College of Aurora Celebrates English Second Language (ESL) Graduates
On the evening of December 13th, Dr. Brownlee, the administration, and faculty/instructors of the Community College of Aurora celebrated the graduates of the CCA College Prep Program. Congratulations, graduates!
Dr. Mordecai Supports Salvation Army
This past weekend, Dr. Mordecai volunteered the ring the bell for the Aurora Salvation Army. He was joined by Kevin Hougen, President and CEO of the Aurora Chamber of Commerce. Both are members of the local Aurora Rotary Club. To learn more about the Aurora Salvation Army and support efforts, visit: https://aurora.salvationarmy.org/aurora_corps/
Adams County Commissioner Lynn Baca Visits Community College of Aurora
Recently, the Community College of Aurora was honored to host Lynn Baca for Adams County Commissioner, Chair of the Adams County Commissioners. Dr. Mordecai and the Commissioner enjoyed great conversation about workforce development, sustainability, and equity. To learn more about Adams County, visit: https://adcogov.org/
Jack & Jill of America, Inc. South Suburban Denver Chapter Donates to Community College of Aurora
Dr. Mordecai Ian Brownlee, President of the Community College of Aurora said, “The efforts made by these young adults are to be commended and serves as a shining example of the power of a collaborative vision for a great cause. Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated has a long-established track record of ensuring that it’s equipping students of color with the necessary resources to be successful and this contribution will do just that.”
Read story here: https://www.ccaurora.edu/.../news-releases/Fostering-Success
Dr. Mordecai Serves in Washington D.C. for the American Association of Community Colleges
(From left) AACC board members Mordecai Brownlee, president of the Community College of Aurora (Colorado), and John “Ski” Sygielski, president of HACC, Central Pennsylvania’s Community College. Photos from the 2022 AACC Fall Meeting, which comprised AACC commissions, committees and board of directors meetings can be found here: https://www.ccdaily.com/2022/11/snapshots-59/
Supporting Colorado Black Women for Political Action
This weekend, Dr. Mordecai and Daphne Brownlee attended the 44th Annual Colorado Black Women for Political Action Gala in the representation of the Community College of Aurora. Pictured with them is Bianka Emerson, President of the organization. to learn more about (CBWPA), please visit: https://www.cbwpa.org/
The Community College of Aurora Makes History by Breaking Ground on First Capital Project in 23 Years!
Dr. Mordecai, pictured with members of his cabinet, celebrated the college’s first capital project in 23 years. The Center for STEM, Power Mechanics, and Applied Technologies will produce and ensure students are prepared to enter directly into the workforce and/or transfer to four-year institutions, through pathways in construction, diesel power mechanics, engineering, cyber security, renewable energy, and other STEM pathways in math, science and applied technology. Learn more here: https://www.ccaurora.edu/news-events/news-releases/groundbreaking-ceremony-09-19-2022
Dr. Mordecai and His Wife (Daphne) Support 75th Anniversary of the Air Force
In honor of the sacrifices of so many, Dr. Mordecai and Daphne Brownlee represented the Community College of Aurora recently at the Wings Over the Rockies United States Air Force 75th Anniversary event.
Dr. Mordecai Attends Aurora Public Schools Gala
Pictured here with many elected officials and community leaders, Dr. Mordecai recently attended the Aurora Public Schools Gala. The Community College of Aurora is finalizing a new partnership with APS to advance PTech programs in the community. Stay tuned!