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 ❤️.
Over the weekend, Dr. Mordecai was joined by his son, Mordecai Ian Jr., who helped him facilitate three roundtable sessions at the University of Denver regarding manhood, fatherhood, and family. Thank you, Peter Lubembela, for your vision and leadership in creating “Black Men Feed Colorado,”
Yesterday was another historic day for the Community College of Aurora, as we signed an agreement with the Colorado School of Mines to develop the "Mines Academy at CCA." To support CCA's four new engineering degrees and advance our science transfer pathways, our students will now have direct admission into a public R1 research university focused on science and engineering.
Thank you, President Paul C. Johnson of Mines, for joining us and the outstanding faculty of our institutions, who made this partnership happen. A special "thank you" to Dr. Susan Young, Dean of Academic Success in STEM at CCA, for her leadership in steering this partnership.
Recently, Dr. Sarita E. Brown, President of Excelencia in Education, stopped by CCA to discuss research, policy, and national efforts to advance Latino student success with Dr. Mordecai. To learn more about Excelencia in Education, please visit https://www.edexcelencia.org/
The Community College of Aurora was privileged to host The White House Initiative on Advancing Educational Equity, Excellence, and Economic Opportunity for Black Americans and Discovery Education for their "Power Up Colorado" event this week. Our sincerest appreciation for this monumental opportunity.
Today, Dr. Mordecai Brownlee represented the Community College of Aurora and the Colorado Community College System on the Education to Workforce Panel with Janine Davidson, President of Metropolitan State University of Denver, at the Space Symposium. Thank you to Dr. Melissa Patton (Space Foundation) for the opportunity and Debbie Brown (Colorado Business Roundtable) for your continued support. Photo also includes Mike Macklin and Fiona Lytle from the Colorado Community College System.
Thank you to EVERYONE who attended Dr. Mordecai’s sessions at this year’s AACC Annual Conference. Both sessions were standing room only and well received. If you want to book Dr. Mordecai to speak at your institution or organization, please visit the “Booking” page.
Dr. Mordecai received the Phi Theta Kappa Paragon Award for New Presidents this weekend at this year’s PTK Catalyst Convention. More photos are available on Dr. Mordecai’s social media platforms. Pictured with Dr. Mordecai are students, faculty, and staff members of the Community College of Aurora.
The American Association of Blacks in Higher Education (AABHE) has served as my executive leadership training home since 2017, when I first attended the Leadership & Mentorship Institute in Alabama. This is where I first met Dr. Roland B. Smith II, who served as a faculty member and has ever since served as a mentor. One day after class, Dr. Smith took me to a mirror and taught me how to tie a bow tie, and I’ve been wearing bow ties ever since.
It was a tearful surprise to receive the Dr. Roland B. Smith Board Leadership Award this week. Thank you, Dr. Smith, for your investment in my executive leadership development. It is because of his sacrifices, boycotting, marching, and civil rights efforts, as well as so many others that I can serve in my capacity today. ❤️ - Dr. Mordecai
The Community College of Aurora was well represented at this year’s The League for Innovation in the Community College Annual Conference. Congratulations to all of our faculty and staff who received their awards.
Thank you, Colorado State University-Pueblo President Armando Valdez, for stopping by the Community College of Aurora and visiting with President Brownlee. We look forward to building stronger bridges and academic transfer pathways for our students.
Earlier this week, Dr. Mordecai received this kind gift from Aurora Fire Rescue Deputy Chief Allen Robnet. Thank you, sir. The Community College of Aurora is honored to work in partnership with our fire department and all first responders! 🇺🇸💪❤️
Dr. Mordecai represented the Community College of Aurora at the AFIT CEO meeting, learning about advancements in artificial intelligence and its integration with higher education. Pictured with Dr Mordecai is Dr. Brian Stokes of West Los Angeles Community College. Learn more about AFIT at https://www.afithighered.com/
This weekend, Dr. Mordecai had the honor of talking about the importance of education and its significance in creating economic mobility with the youth of Aurora and Denver. Thank you to the NCNW Denver for this fantastic opportunity.
The work to advance equity for our students and within our communities continues for the Colorado Community College System. Dr. Stephanie Fujii, President of Arapahoe Community College, and Dr. Mordecai Brownlee, representing the Community College of Aurora, attended this year’s Achieving the Dream Conference. Thank you, Dr. Karen Stout and the entire DREAM Team, for everything you do.
This weekend, Dr. Mordecai Brownlee officially became a board member of the Colorado Freedom Memorial. Miss Lauren, his daughter, joined him for this special day.
Please visit https://coloradofreedommemorial.com/about-the-memorial/ to learn more.
CCCS Day at the Capitol was a huge success! Thank you to our state legislators for attending our presentations, viewing our displays, and engaging with our leadership staff and students yesterday.
We were thrilled to share the stories of our students, our 13 colleges, and how we create educational and training opportunities for all Coloradans. Dr. Mordecai proudly represented the Community College of Aurora.
