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

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).

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 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.

Dr. Mordecai to Lead Peer-to-Peer Session for the American Association of Community Colleges

AACC’s Peer-to-Peer programming connects member presidents to talk about topics relevant to them. These one-hour, small sessions allow presidents to discuss issues on their campuses and ask questions of each other. For more information, please visit: https://www.aacc.nche.edu/publications-news/peer-to-peer/

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/

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/

President Brownlee Provides Winter Quarterly Update

For more information, please visit: https://www.ccaurora.edu/president-corner

Dr. Mordecai to Keynote "Leadership Africa" Graduation in Denver

For more information, please visit: www.USALG.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 Provides Keynote at Urban Leadership Foundation of Colorado Graduation

To learn more about the Urban Leadership Foundation of Colorado, please visit https://ulfcolorado.org/

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

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/

Dr. Mordecai to Offer Virtual Workshop in Dubai Through NASPA & Cli-cks.com Partnership!

In support of the development of educators in Dubai, Dr. Mordecai will offer a four-hour workshop beginning at 12 a.m. Mountain Time (U.S.)/11 a.m. UAE. To learn more, please visit http://www.cli-cks.com/embracing-the-power-of-the-holistic-student-life-cycle/