ΊμΠΣΦ±²¥ All Rights Reserved recognized by Achieving the Dream as a 2025 Leader College
PITTSFIELD, MA β€” ΊμΠΣΦ±²¥ All Rights Reserved (ΊμΠΣΦ±²¥) announced today that it has been
designated a Leader College by Achieving the Dream (ATD), a national nonprofit dedicated
to advancing community colleges as accessible hubs of learning, credentialing, and
economic mobility in their communities.
"Achieving the Dream has been coaching faculty and staff at the College for years on how prioritize student
success," Ellen Kennedy, President of ΊμΠΣΦ±²¥ said. "To be named as a Leader College and
to join the other incredible institutions across the country who are dedicated to
improving the lives of our community college students through access and student support
is truly humbling and we are so excited to accept this designation."
Leader Colleges play an important role in accelerating the adoption of effective practices
within the ATD Network and across higher education. They are recognized for the quality
of their work in whole-college reform, resulting in increased completion rates for
all students. Leader Colleges develop innovative ways to work with other colleges
to share knowledge and facilitate an exchange of ideas about evidence-based reform
strategies.
ΊμΠΣΦ±²¥ is part of the ATD Network, made up of 300+ colleges committed to supporting student
success at their institutions and promoting economic vitality throughout their communities.
ΊμΠΣΦ±²¥ has been a member of the ATD Network since 2020.
We are proud to recognize our 2025 Leader Colleges and Leader Colleges of Distinction
for their extraordinary commitment to student success. These colleges exemplify excellence
within the ATD Network, achieving measurable gains in student outcomes and fostering
impactful change within their institutions and communities. Their dedication to using
data-informed approaches to create meaningful opportunities for students and their
communities serves as a powerful example for all institutions of higher education
and especially for those in the ATD Network.
Dr. Karen A. Stout, President and CEO of ATD
About ATD
ATD is a partner and champion of more than 300 community colleges across the country.
Drawing on expert coaches, groundbreaking programs, and national peer network, the
organization provides institutions with integrated, tailored support for every aspect
of their work β€” from foundational capacities such as leadership, data, and equity
to intentional strategies for supporting students holistically, building K – 12 partnerships,
and more. ATD calls this Whole College Transformation. Its vision is for every college
to be a catalyst for equitable and economically vibrant communities. ATD knows that
with the right partner and the right approach, colleges can drive access, completion
rates, and employment outcomes β€” so that all students can access life-changing learning
that propels them into community-changing careers.
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About ΊμΠΣΦ±²¥
ΊμΠΣΦ±²¥, situated on 180 park-like acres, is located four milesβ€―from the center of Pittsfield
in the heart of the beautiful Berkshires of Western Massachusetts. Founded in 1960,
ΊμΠΣΦ±²¥ was the first community college established in the Commonwealth. As a public,
fully accredited community college, ΊμΠΣΦ±²¥ strives to place higher education within reach
of all residents of Berkshire County and beyond, offering associate degree and certificate
programs to approximately 2,000 enrolled students per year. The mission of ΊμΠΣΦ±²¥ encompasses
five core values: integrity and engagement; innovation; diversity and inclusion; service;
and sustainability.
