Empower community college innovation for a brighter future
A Catalyst for Innovation and Student Success
Founded in 1968, the League for Innovation in the Community College (League) has been at the forefront of driving transformative change in higher education. We empower community colleges to become vibrant centers of innovation, fostering student success and community impact through groundbreaking initiatives.
Who We Are
The League is an international non-profit organization comprising dedicated professionals, educators, and thought leaders. We connect with institutions, organizations, and individuals worldwide to cultivate innovative practices and celebrate impactful advancements in the community college landscape.
Our Mission
Our mission is to cultivate innovation in the community college environment. We believe in:
- Enabling transformative instructional practices
- Strengthening student success and completion
- Advancing equity and access
- Promoting sustainability and workforce development
- Inspiring collaboration and knowledge-sharing
What We Do
The League offers a wide array of resources and programs, including:
1. Recognition and Awards
- Recognizing exceptional innovations in teaching, learning, and student success through prestigious awards.
- Celebrating the tireless work of dedicated faculty and staff through member spotlights.
2. Learning and Development
- Providing professional development opportunities, webinars, and podcasts to enhance leadership, instructional practices, and student support strategies.
- Hosting conferences and summits that foster collaborative learning and idea exchange.
3. Advocacy and Resources
- Developing and disseminating thought leadership on critical issues facing community colleges.
- Connecting institutions with valuable partners and resources to implement innovative initiatives.
4. Strategic Partnerships
- Collaborating with industry leaders and government agencies to foster collaboration and promote workforce development.
- Developing innovative programs to tackle pressing community challenges like food insecurity and health disparities.
Join Us
The League is a vibrant community of passionate individuals dedicated to empowering community colleges to reach their full potential. Join us as a member, partner, or volunteer to:
- Connect with a network of innovative educators and leaders
- Access exclusive resources and professional development opportunities
- Contribute to meaningful initiatives that impact the lives of students and communities
Contact us today to learn more about the League's impactful work and how you can become involved!
Confusion and Disappointment: A Mismatched Convention
The review highlights a disappointing experience at a convention held in Chicago in 2016. The author, Marilyn Yale, is a faculty member at a community college who attended the conference, expecting to gain valuable insights for the classroom. However, she found the experience to be lacking, citing the high registration fee and travel expenses as a significant drawback.
Value for Money
Marilyn Yale's primary concern is the lack of value for the money spent. She didn't leave with sufficient information or insights to justify the $650 registration fee and travel expenses. She suggests that the conference may be more beneficial for administrators, but for faculty members, it's not worth the investment.
Limited Value from Panels and Roundtables
The author emphasizes that only one roundtable discussion was valuable to her, which focused on online classes and was led by a faculty member from Florida. The rest of the panels failed to leave a lasting impression or provide useful information.
Conclusion
In summary, Marilyn Yale's experience at the convention was underwhelming, and she would not recommend it to faculty members. The high cost and lack of valuable content from the panels and roundtables made it difficult for her to justify the expenditure.
