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LEAGUE PUBLICATIONS
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Significant Discussions
A Guide to Secondary and Postsecondary Curriculum Alignment
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New Staff Mentoring at Moraine Valley Community College
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Seamless Performance Alert and Intervention System
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GET EARLY-BIRD DISCOUNT FOR INNOVATIONS 2011
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 February 27 - March 2, 2011
Hilton San Diego Bayfront
Register now to participate in this premier global innovation marketplace. Education veterans and experts present ideas, programs, and initiatives that advance every aspect of the community college. |
REGISTER TODAY FOR THE LEAGUE'S INNOVATOR SPOTLIGHT VIRTUAL CONFERENCE
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New Online Conference To Be Held February 23, 2011
Award-winning innovations will be presented by some of the brightest minds in the community college world at this exciting one-day online event! Use coupon code A13NPS for a $25 discount off the regular rate. For more information and to register, visit Innovator Spotlight. |
INNOVATION OF THE YEAR AWARDS
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Deadline for Submissions: March 16, 2011
League Alliance members are invited and encouraged to participate in this special award, through which the League honors outstanding innovations that have been recognized by member institutions as Innovations of the Year.
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| TERRY O'BANION STUDENT TECHNOLOGY AWARDS |
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Nominations Due February 4, 2011
This annual award honors two League member college students with special talents and interests in technology careers, and financial need. Nominate your students by February 4, 2011.
Find out if your college is an Alliance member to see if you qualify for these awards.
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SIGNIFICANT DISCUSSIONS
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 A Guide to Secondary and Postsecondary Curriculum Alignment
This new guide is a must-read for secondary and postsecondary faculty to align curriculum, thus easing the transition from high school to college and paving the way for student success and completion. |
SUBMIT 2011 LEARNING COLLEGE SUMMIT PROPOSALS
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 Call for Proposals Now Open
Bring your success story or gather inspiration from others at the 2011 Learning College Summit, June 12-15. Located at the historic Arizona Biltmore, the Summit focuses on organizational transformation initiatives that deliver results. |
2011 STEMtech CALL FOR PROPOSALS
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 Submissions Deadline: April 15, 2011
The League for Innovation is proud to announce its second annual STEMtech conference, October 2-5, 2011, at the new JW Marriott in Indianapolis.
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 MEMBER SPOTLIGHT:
SAN BERNARDINO VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE
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STAR Program
At SBVC, the STAR Program motivates students toward the successful completion of their certificate and/or associate's degree. With $1.5M in grants from the U.S. Department of Education's Federal TRiO Student Support Services Grant Competition Program, students from underrepresented student groups have access to an array of student support services.
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MEMBER BENEFIT:
CONFERENCE REGISTRATION DISCOUNTS
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League Conferences and Summits
Thousands of educators attend Innovations, Learning College Summit, STEMtech, and the Executive Leadership Institute. These annual events feature topical discussions ranging in structure from lecture-style presentations to learning-centered dialogues. Learn about all the League Alliance member benefits and how your school can join today!
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iSTREAM PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
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 iStream Sneak Peek: Publications
Alternative Funding for Community Colleges
Community college leaders share their successful funding experiences and strategies in this new publication. Get a sneak peek at the book in January. Alliance members save 20% on all League books; iStream subscribers download books for free.
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First-time iSTREAM Subscriber Special Pricing
An iStream subscription gives your entire institution 24/7 access to the League's vast online repository of community college resources. Upgrade your Alliance membership to include iStream before January 30, 2011, to take advantage of special prorated pricing! Contact Cheri Jessup for more information.
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LEAGUE SERVICES
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 Hear Terry O'Banion Speak at Your Next Event!
In keeping with our commitment to provide outstanding speakers, the League has arranged to make nationally know speaker, presenter, and seminar leader Terry O'Banion available for your next event. Those who have heard O'Banion speak can attest that he is no ordinary speaker!
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WALMART BRIGHTER FUTURES PROJECT
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 Lighting the Way for Displaced Workers
The League's Walmart Brighter Futures project is designed to help community colleges meet the needs of dislocated workers who seek the education and training required for 21st century employment. Participating colleges are featured in the quarterly newsletter.
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GED TESTING SERVICE RECEIVES $3M GRANT FROM METLIFE FOUNDATION
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Pilot Program Focuses on Accelerated Learning for GED Test Preparation
The American Council on Education's GED Testing Service is piloting a program with New York City's District 79 to focus on Accelerated Learning, which offers GED candidates the best possibility of achieving measurable gains in math and reading performance no matter what proficiency levels they begin with. Learn more about the GED 21st Century Initiative.
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| CISCO SUSTAINABILITY PLANNING FOR SHORT- AND LONG-TERM OBJECTIVES |
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Friday, January 21, 12:30 EDT
Register today for Cisco's free, interactive webinar on sustainability goals. Learn the role of management, employees, vendors, and other stakeholders in implementing a successful sustainability program, achieving goals, and improving the bottom line!
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