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How Aspen prize semifinalist Southwestern Community College is meeting the needs of its rural communities

Monday, May 16, 2022
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Challenges on the path to higher education exist in every community, but they are often far greater in rural areas. These communities are typically poorer, underserved, and have lower college completion rates compared to urban areas. The president of Southwestern Community College explains what his school is doing to improve access, student success, and equity for rural residents.

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