Community College Of Aurora

This plan aims to foster a culture of inclusion and provide equitable access to digital information and services by adhering to WCAG 2.2 AA standards for all information and communication technology tools and digital content. Key priorities include ensuring compliance for web-based information, social media, and digital communication, mandating accessibility standards for vendors, providing mechanisms for reporting inaccessible content, and establishing comprehensive training programs for faculty, staff, and students. The plan also outlines responsibilities for ongoing auditing, technology integration, and accessible course material development to proactively meet accessibility goals.

This catalog details the strategic pathway for students pursuing an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Nursing. Its primary purpose is to outline the comprehensive curriculum, divided into general education and specialized nursing courses across six semesters, along with specific admission and progression requirements. The plan's key focus areas include foundational biology and psychology, clinical calculations, fundamental and advanced nursing concepts, and preparation for professional practice, aiming to equip students with the necessary knowledge and skills for a successful nursing career.

The strategic plan for the Community College of Aurora outlines five-year goals and outcomes, structured around five pillars of excellence: Student Excellence, Academic Excellence, Belonging Excellence, Operations Excellence, and Community Excellence. The plan aims to foster a supportive environment for student persistence and success, ensure dynamic and relevant academic programs, build an inclusive community, streamline operational processes, and advance industry and community partnerships for regional development, with an overarching vision to achieve institutional excellence and ensure every student succeeds.

The "BRAVE 2030" document outlines a shared vision for the Community College of Aurora, aiming to shape a stronger, bolder, and more connected community. This plan is built upon five pillars of excellence: Student Excellence, Academic Excellence, Belonging Excellence, Operational Excellence, and Community Excellence. It seeks to drive educational attainment, workforce readiness, and upward mobility by fostering student success and belonging, aligning academic programs with real-world workforce needs, cultivating an inclusive culture, streamlining operations for innovation and sustainability, and deepening community partnerships to create meaningful opportunities and regional growth.

The strategic plan, titled "Brave 2030," is a shared vision built from voices across the campus and community. It aims to serve a diverse student body through high-value instruction and support services, driving educational attainment, workforce readiness, and upward mobility. The plan is structured around five pillars of excellence: student excellence, academic excellence, belonging excellence, operational excellence, and community excellence. It focuses on fostering a supportive environment, aligning academic programs with workforce needs, building a culture of belonging, streamlining systems, and deepening community partnerships.