In interviews with six educational leaders, four themes emerged: the community college mirrors rather than instigates societal trends; both national and campus leadership are essential; the federal influence has been important, especially in determining who goes to college; and demographics have helped shape the community college's role. (MSE)

This report analyzes the challenges posed to Western Iowa Tech Community College (WITCC) by national, state, and local trends, and offers a plan for institutional improvement and community development. Part I highlights the following issues of concern to the college: the changing nature of the workplace, new providers of postsecondary education,…

Developed in response to the need for a revision of the institutional mission statement and objectives of Western Iowa Tech Community College (WITCC) in order to respond to the changing student population, external economic factors, and local community needs, this report reviews economic and legislative issues affecting the college, describes…