Greetings!

We know it's Spring when the orange cones comes out, the Guardians return to the other corner of Carnegie & Ontario, and the first of two Primaries is on the horizon. It's also a wonderful time to share College advancements, student and faculty successes, and a slew of programs that are open to the community – whether for everyday assistance or exploring new horizons.

This newsletter is written specifically for you – our Elected Officials and Community Partners – to share college news-of-note as well as resources that may be of use to you and your constituents.

In this issue, highlights include:

• Tri-C Day is April 10th – join us in this annual day of giving and celebration!
• Tri-C Joins a National Effort to reimagine the College of the future.
• Tri-C Attracts New Leadership for Scholars Program, Creative Arts & more.
• Tri-C Students, Faculty and Staff Shine in regional & national spotlights.

As always, please contact me if Tri-C can be of help to you, or if you have ideas to further support our students and community efforts. Of course, we welcome the opportunity to share more about Tri-C at your Ward and neighborhood meetings.

We look forward to continuing to work together in 2025 on pathways for regional growth and success.

Thank you,

Claire

Claire Rosacco

Vice President for Government Relations & Community Outreach

Cuyahoga Community College

Work: (216) 987-4804

Cell: (216) 406-8821

Claire.Rosacco@tri-c.edu

Tri-C Places Second Nationally at 2025

National Collegiate Landscape Competition (NCLC)

Fun Note: Find Lawn Tips from the Tri-C landscape pros - in the newest edition of the Tri-C Times.

• Tri-C Announces New Chair of Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel Humanities Center and Scholars Academy – Constance Kassor, PhD, appointed March 31 to help shape future generations of civic-minded leaders.
• Tri-C Names Dr. Olusegun Ishmael as Executive in Residence to Advance Health Care Programming and Partnerships – a nationally recognized leader in health care management and institutional leadership.
• Tri-C Westshore Campus President to Serve on the West Shore Chamber of Commerce –Dr. Scott Latiolais is one of four newly elected board members.
• Tri-C Recognized With Award for Excellence in eLearning – at the annual conference awards from the Instructional Technology Council (ITC) held March 4th.

Last year, 1,052 donors supported Tri-C Day with a donation, and many others joined the fun to spread Tri-C spirit far and wide on social media. We'd love to have you join us on this 9th day of giving. More

Did you know? Tri-C offers community programs for all, including a free Speakers Bureau for community meetings. We invite you to share these events within your communities.

Self-Defense Training for Women This Summer at Tri-C

M/W, May 12-21, 5:30–8:30 p.m., at the Brunswick University Center (3605 Center Road, Brunswick 44212)

M/W, June 9-18, 5:30-8:30 p.m., at the Jerry Sue Thornton Center (2500 E. 22nd, Cleveland 44115) Registration Required.

Women in Transition Program – Designed to help women move their lives forward, this free Tri-C program is offered In-Person (East, West and Westshore Campuses) and Online. Six-week sessions run throughout the year.

Rep. Shontel Brown invites you to the third annual OH-11 Small Business Expo

It will be held Saturday May 3, 2025 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM at Tri-C Corporate College, 4400 Richmond Road, Warrensville Heights, OH 44128. To learn more and register head here.

Wealth Wellness Workshop – Sat., April 12, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Tri-C's Jerry Sue Thornton Center – 2500 E. 22nd Street, Cleveland

State Representative Terrence Upchurch and Cleveland Councilman Richard Starr will be hosting the event with info on cash and utility assistance, credit counseling and more. Free to attend - Register

Welcome! Dr. Steve Griffin has been hired to serve as the inaugural vice president for skill-based education and career pathways, serving as the chief learning officer for workforce students. Dr. Griffin brings extensive experience in academic leadership, most recently serving as an American Council on Education Fellow at Tri-C and interim provost & VP of Academic Affairs at Wilberforce University.

Memorial Day Commemoration Friday, May 23, Tri-C Western Campus – 11 a.m.

Tri-C will hold its annual Memorial Day Commemoration outside - weather permitting - in the Veterans Memorial Garden on the Western Campus. Dr. Todd Kitchen, Tri-C Eastern Campus President and a veteran himself, is slated to be the speaker. This event is open to the public as well as Tri-C students, faculty and staff. All are welcome.

Army 250th Birthday Breakfast Celebration

Thursday, June 12, Eastern Campus

In partnership with the AUSA – Association of United States Army – a breakfast will kick off a whole weekend of celebrations of the Army's 250th Birthday Celebration.

Keep an eye on Tri-C's Veteran and Military Connected Services page for details. VMCS

More News & Events

Opened in 1963, Cuyahoga Community College (Tri-C) is Ohio's first community college and remains one of the state's largest community colleges. To date, more than 1,200,000 students have come through Tri-C's doors.

The college offers two-year associate degrees, certificate programs, and the first two years of a baccalaureate degree. The curriculum includes over 1,000 credit courses in more than 200 career, certificate and university transfer programs. Courses are offered at four campus locations, two Corporate College facilities, many off-campus sites, and via television and internet.