In keeping with the CCATT mission of providing timely, relevant information to CCATT members - as well as those interested in community college issues, initiatives and activities - the new website offers news, public policy issues, and trustee leadership development resources. We will continue to improve and revise the site in order to address our members needs.
Texas Tribune/May 18, 2012 - When Gene Powell first arrived at the University of Texas at Austin in 1964, it was on a scholarship to play offensive guard and defensive linebacker for the legendary coach Darrell K Royal. “I was a very average to mediocre football player, and that’s probably being generous,” Powell, a real estate developer and South Texas native, recalled during an interview at his San Antonio office this week. More than four decades later, Powell was asked to return to Austin — this time by Gov.
Texas Tribune/May 18, 2012 - The cost of college in Texas is back at center stage, following speculation over the last week that University of Texas at Austin President Bill Powers' job was in jeopardy over his public disappointment with University of Texas System leaders for their decision to freeze tuition at the flagship campus.
El Paso Times/May 18, 2012 - Beginning in the fall semester, tuition at El Paso Community College will increase by 6 percent for in-state residents and by 50 percent for out-of-state students. The college's Board of Trustees on Thursday unanimously approved the tuition increases and new student fees, which in total will generate about $4 million for the college.
U.S. News & World Report/May 18, 2012 - Uncle Sam wants veterans to sign up for college! And colleges and universities are vying to create "veteran friendly" programs, classes, and centers to attract the ex-G.I.'s—and the billions of U.S. dollars provided by the post-9/11 G.I. bill. Some are trying too hard, said President Barack Obama in an April 2012 speech at Fort Stewart, Ga. "We're going to bring an end to the aggressive—and sometimes dishonest—recruiting that takes place," said the president.
Killeen Daily Herald/May 17, 2012 - Gov. Rick Perry visited Central Texas College Thursday afternoon to show his support for the College Credit for Heroes program. "It remains a critical mission here in Texas to do everything we can to help service members transition back into civilian life," Perry said during a ceremony involving representatives from the Texas Workforce Commission, Texas Veterans Commission and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.
El Paso Times/May 17, 2012 - El Paso Community College students could see bigger tuition bills this fall after trustees consider a 9 percent increase for resident students -- and a 25 percent hike for out-of-state students.
Abilene Reporter-News/May 16, 2012 - The Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) School of Nursing and the Health Sciences Center of Cisco College in Abilene have teamed up to revitalize a program designed to help licensed vocational nurses pursue an associate degree.
The Cypress Times/May 16, 2012 - Blinn College has won a grant from the Texas Comptroller worth almost $300,000 that will be used to create the most realistic simulation experience possible for tomorrow’s health care professionals. Blinn was awarded $292,177 from the state’s Job Building Fund, which was designed by the Texas Legislature to fund training in high-demand occupations. The College is required to fund 5 percent of the project, totaling $15,390. Toward that end, College Station Medical Center has pledged a $2,500 donation.
Amarillo Globe-News/May 15, 2012 - The State Comptroller’s office awarded Frank Phillips College $142,434 to purchase equipment and train students entering the work force, the agency announced Tuesday. The grants are distributed through the Jobs and Education for Texans program, which promotes career and technical training and has been administrated by the Comptroller’s office since 2009.
