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The Octavius Catto Scholarship

March 28, 2024

The Community College of Philadelphia honors civil rights pioneer Octavius Catto with the Catto Scholarship, providing comprehensive support to Catto Scholars including financial assistance, career guidance, and a supportive community. To qualify, applicants must meet specific criteria…
The KEYS to Help Students Succeed

February 23, 2024

The KEYS program at Pennsylvania Community College helps at-risk students with financial needs, like transportation and childcare, to achieve their educational goals. Students must comply with academic goals and meet regularly with a facilitator. The program offers…
Are Benefits At Risk: School Budget

February 23, 2024

The Community College of Philadelphia offers diverse benefits, services, and subject options, alongside low tuition fees. However, changes in funding structure and delayed implementation of new bills have raised concerns. The college may face budget reallocation and…
Phi Theta Kappa: Most Prestigious Honor Society at CCP

January 18, 2024

Community College of Philadelphia is a hub for education and community engagement, offering opportunities to join honor societies like Phi Theta Kappa Rho Epsilon Chapter. With over three million members, benefits include scholarships, transfer preparation programs, and…
Have Your Voice Heard in Student Government Association

December 7, 2023

Student Government is the space that brings power to the voice of students. Every semester, the advisors and up to 10 members of the student government body work tirelessly to make initiatives manifest. Student Government Association (SGA)…
Vanguard Communicator, Vol. 7

September 7, 1971
Vanguard Communicator, Vol. 6

September 8, 1970
Vanguard Communicator, Vol. 5

September 5, 1969
Vanguard Communicator, Vol. 4

September 18, 1968

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