by ghubbell | Oct 3, 2023 | Thoughts
Higher education, as a whole, knows we have a problem. If you tune into the national discourse, there is much discussion around the total cost of tuition and how much it really costs for students to complete their educational goals. In my circles, we talk a lot about...
by ghubbell | Sep 15, 2023 | Thoughts
Around the country, institutions of higher learning are having conversations about diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) offices, programs, and initiatives since they are under attack. According to the Chronicle of Higher Education’s data,...
by ghubbell | Sep 8, 2023 | Thoughts
The term “equity” (I prefer the term “racial equity”) reverberates throughout academia, and yet, the practice remains elusive for far too many institutions. But words become actions, ideas manifest as tangible events, and change unfolds as we mobilize. Today, I invite...
by ghubbell | Aug 31, 2023 | Thoughts
While on social media the other day, I saw a meme with the caption: “Found A College Diploma at Goodwill.” This image has been on my mind lately as I continue to wonder how much confidence potential learners have in higher education and, particularly for me, community...
by ghubbell | Aug 24, 2023 | Thoughts
I have been a community college Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for over 12.5 years and am the 12th longest-serving CEO in the California Community College system. Yet, I am still learning about what it takes to do this job. I know that I don’t have all of the answers...
by ghubbell | Aug 21, 2023 | Thoughts
One of the most profound lessons I’ve learned in my journey as the President of Compton College is the importance of genuinely immersing oneself in supporting greater racial equity in higher education. We hear the word “equity” and “racial...
