Community College of Aurora and Cherry Creek Schools Partnership

The Community College of Aurora is grateful for our strong partnership with Cherry Creek Schools and the Cherry Creek Schools Foundation! CCA participated in the Foundation’s 4th Annual Golf Tournament earlier this week. Pictured with Dr. Mordecai is Chris Smith, Superintendent of Schools. 💪

Good Morning, Champions! Week 32 Message

☀️ **Good Morning, Champions!** ☀️

It's time for our Week 32 message for 2024. In a world where hustle culture often glorifies packed schedules, it’s essential to remember that being busy doesn’t always mean being productive. 🚀

Productivity is about achieving meaningful results and creating impact, while busyness can often lead to burnout and inefficiency.

Community College of Aurora Partners With Colorado School of Mines

Our Community College of Aurora students are outstanding! Last week, students wrapped up a summer program with the Colorado School of Mines Rocky Mountain Industrial Assessment Center to provide energy audits and saving recommendations for Colorado manufacturers and commercial buildings. Thank you to Dr. Susan Young, Dr. Tim Ohno, Corina Sedillo, Felizsa Sunga, Liz Cox, and all involved who made this opportunity available for our students!

Advancing Workforce Preparedness

The Community College of Aurora is grateful for the support and leadership of Arapahoe County Commissioner Carrie Warren-Gully. Dr. Mordecai and the Commissioner take a selfie break in this photo at the Arapahoe/Douglas Works board meeting. 💪

Prioritize Your Health

Your health is your true wealth! Take time each day for activities that enhance your well-being: eat nourishing foods, stay active, get enough sleep, and manage stress.

Good Morning, Champions! Week 31 Message

☀️ **Good Morning, Champions!** ☀️

It's time for our Week 31 message for 2024. In the fast-paced world of business and personal growth, fear is a constant companion. It whispers doubts, creates hesitation, and often holds us back from seizing amazing opportunities. Now is the time to conquer fear and become the gift you truly are.

Running for Mental Health Awareness

Dr. Mordecai completed the Urban Leadership Foundation of Colorado's "Run for Your Mind" 5K at Town Center at Aurora in 43 minutes and 36 seconds! This run promotes mental health awareness and resources within the Black/African-American Community. ❤️

Supporting Rotary International

Dr. Mordecai is a proud member of Rotary International and attended the Aurora, Colorado Club’s meeting this week. For more information about how this international organization is transforming lives, please visit https://www.rotary.org/en

Supporting Arapahoe County "Boots Not Suits" Event

This week, Dr. Mordecai attended the annual Arapahoe County “Boots Not Suits” event in representation of the Community College of Aurora. Pictured here is Dr. Mordecai with Senator Rhonda Fields, Aurora Ogg with the District Attorney’s Office 18th Judicial District, and other community leaders. For more photos, please visit: https://www.facebook.com/ItsDrMordecai

Showing Love to Owens Community College in Toledo, Ohio

Dr. Mordecai sends his support and love to President Dione Dorsey Somerville and the entire team at Owens Community College. Dr. Mordecai received the shirt this week and vowed to wear it proudly. Shoutout to Owens Community College for advancing social and economic mobility. ❤️

Good Morning, Champions! Week 30 Message

☀️Good morning, Champions! It's time for our Week 30 message for 2024. In a world full of challenges, recognize that a small gesture of support can go a long way in building a positive and uplifting community. Let’s make it a habit to share and celebrate the successes of our colleagues and connections.😎

Good Morning, Champions! Week 29 Message

Good morning, Champions! It's time for our Week 29 message for 2024. Authentic leadership isn't about perfection; it’s about vulnerability. Let's discuss how we can embrace vulnerability as a strength and not a weakness in our impactful leadership journey.

College Track Alumni Legacy Celebration

Dr. Mordecai recently had the honor of representing the Community College of Aurora and Colorado Community College System by serving as the keynote speaker for College Track's Alumni Legacy Celebration held at Colorado State University's Spur Campus. Thank you, Monique Atkinson and Tekora Scruggs, for the opportunity to serve.

Community College of Aurora President's Quarterly Update

It is time for the Community College of Aurora President's Quarterly update!!! This episode includes information about the construction of our new Center for STEM, Power Mechanics, and Applied Technology, progress updates on critical campus capital projects, summer and fall enrollment, HLC accreditation reaffirmation, and the development of CCA's anticipated third location.

Good Morning, Champions! Week 28 Message

Good morning, Champions! It's time for our Week 28 message of the year 2024. Do you remember being told as a child not to play with fire because it will burn you? Well, let's apply that lesson to your life today. It’s time to identify the temptations that can burn you (and those you love).

CCA Celebrates GED Graduation

Recently, the Community College of Aurora, held its GED graduation. Congratulations to all graduates, and thank you to our faculty, instructors, and staff who make this program possible ❤️.

Good Morning, Champions! Week 27 Message

Good morning, Champions! It's time for our Week 27 message of the year 2024. This week, we are kicking off the third quarter of the year and celebrating the 4 of July. As our country celebrates its independence, please reflect on what actions you must take to ensure your independence from whatever may be holding you back from moving forward.

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Good Morning, Champions! Week 26 Message

Good morning, Champions! It's time for our Week 26 message of the year 2024. With all that is happening within our country and the Colorado primary this week, it was on my heart to express the following: “Equity is not a political agenda; it is a human agenda.” Everybody, no matter who they are, deserves an opportunity to succeed.

Good Morning, Champions! Week 25 Message

Good morning, Champions! It’s time for our Week 25 message of the year 2024. Even though Father’s Day has passed, I would be remiss not to share a message with the dads, soon-to-be-dads, and father figures. This week, let’s talk about lessons I’ve learned as a father that might encourage your fatherhood journey.