As we head into graduation season, I’m reflecting on my time at the annual comm_college Conference, where I delivered a speech on educational access and how we at Tri-C make this the first, impactful step in a student’s journey. It all starts with a stellar first impression.

As we close out #InDemandJobsWeek, I’m reflecting on the tremendous job our Workforce, Community, and Economic Development students do in their training. From putting out (literal!) fires, to welding, to saving lives as practicing EMTs. Learn more: ow.ly/Tj7450RBF9L.

We’re nearly there! @tricedu graduation is THIS WEEK! To our fearless, dynamic, intrepid Class of 2024 – we can’t wait to celebrate YOU! 🎓

What a wonderful way to wrap up a successful semester amongst colleagues!

It’s time! Time to recognize everything you’ve accomplished. Time to look back at the challenge and realize you’ve risen to meet the moment. Time to celebrate your hard work. Time to GRADUATE! Congratulations, Class of 2024!

Today, Tri-C held the 2024 President's Summit, focused on becoming a Next Level College! In addition to exciting updates for the coming academic year, we learned from our outstanding keynote speaker, workplace futurist Dr. Angela Jackson! A great day of learning! Dr. Michael Baston

I recently judged Academic Challenge for the second year in a row. Tri-C is so proud to be a part of academic talents and to see these young people, their power, their energy and their brilliance in this wonderful program! Watch the students compete: bit.ly/4aIjCQA!

We are at a moment where businesses and Tri-C can modernize Northeast Ohio’s workforce and drive economic growth. It’s time to meet that moment together. Read more in Crain's Cleveland Business: bit.ly/3KFBfGe.

When Garfield Heights High School invited me to speak at their school in honor of Juneteenth Freedom Day, I jumped at the chance to educate the next generation on the importance of our nation’s history. Thank you, Garfield Heights!

In this edition of "Momentum," I discuss the many great things happening at @Tricedu in June and July, from Tri-C JazzFest Cleveland to events celebrating national holidays—and even a build-your-own-sundae bar: ow.ly/l4zz50SuAaN.

“It is critical for higher education to have a constant conversation with employers regarding needs and opportunities because that collaboration creates alignment.” Tri-C's Executive VP of Workforce Development, Shana Marbury This was shared at a Crain's Cleveland Business Forum.

I recently joined community leaders and Tri-C colleagues, along with Tri-C President Emeritus Dr. Jerry Sue Thornton, at the Taft Advisors welcome reception for former Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Marcia Fudge.

We are evolving and adapting so that our students can be more successful in a rapidly changing landscape. That involves breaking from the traditional higher education model and becoming better at forecasting the future so we can help shape and build that future.

Are you ready for flexible education that maps to careers? We thought so. Hear from Dr. Michael Baston on how Tri-C plans to become a next-level college: youtu.be/_uiFxqxnNTA.

I was honored to speak at B-Buzz Baseball League, which promotes self-performance improvement through athletic fundamentals, teamwork, leadership, self-discipline, integrity and sportsmanship. I found their mission aligned with the charge of community colleges.

Looking to gain tips to shape a more inclusive and equitable future for AI adoption in #highered? Vote for our #SXSWEDU panel to hear from Dr. Jamal Watson at Diverse: Issues In Higher Education, Meacie Fairfax at Complete College America | CCA, and Dionne Curbeam at Coppin State University: ow.ly/wmyK50T2kNQ.

Throwback: We’re so proud of alumna Morelle McCane, who recently competed at the #ParisOlympics! We cheered her on as she competed in Women’s Boxing.

Great to spend the morning at Cleveland Leadership Center #SPARKCle hearing from Tri-C Dr. Michael Baston, George Sample, and so many other great leaders thinking about how to move Cleveland from Grit to Great!

This year’s Convocation was especially energetic, as this is the first semester for the new school model. As I enter my third year at Tri-C, I am proud of the many faculty, staff and administrators who have helped to reshape the student experience. Who’s ready for Fall 2204?

I had such a pleasure speaking with Daymond John about the power of education and the entrepreneurial spirit at Tri-C's Presidential Scholarship Luncheon!