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September 16, 2026
Who Owns Accessibility? Shared Responsibility Across Colleges
Accessibility spans technology, enrollment, instruction, and student services—but who owns it? The Technology Center’s Accessibility Center explores how clear accountability and shared responsibility can help colleges reduce barriers and better serve their students. -
September 10, 2026
VPATs and ACRs: A Guide to Accessible Procurement
Understanding the difference between a VPAT and an ACR can help colleges make more informed technology decisions and incorporate accessibility into procurement from the start. Learn what each document tells you and why the distinction matters. -
August 10, 2026
Maintain Your CENIC Telecommunications Discount Through CTF Recertification
Is your college prepared for California Teleconnect Fund recertification? Learn how to maintain your 50% discount on eligible CENIC-managed telecommunications services by verifying your eligibility and completing the required recertification process. -
July 27, 2026
Staying Connected When It Matters Most: CENIC Sentinel
When outages happen, CENIC Sentinel keeps colleges running. This rapid-response solution restores connectivity so students, faculty, and staff can continue teaching, learning, and accessing essential services without interruption. -
July 23, 2026
Advancing Innovation and Opportunity
CENIC keeps California’s community colleges connected, providing advanced broadband, AI tools, and expert network support for campuses. Colleges can also promote student-focused resources like California Connects and the Digital Equity Resource Finder to help learners thrive beyond campus. -
July 21, 2026
Supporting Student Success Through Digital Equity Resources
Reliable internet, devices, and digital skills are essential to student success. Discover how the California Digital Equity Resource Finder and statewide partners can help colleges and districts connect students with trusted resources that expand access, support learning, and create new opportunities. -
June 18, 2026
From TOP to CIP: Supporting Colleges Through Implementation
As California Community Colleges transition from the Taxonomy of Programs (TOP) to the nationally recognized Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP), the shift marks an important step toward stronger alignment with federal reporting standards, improved transfer clarity with California State University (CSU) and University of California (UC) partners, and a more consistent instructional coding structure across… -
June 15, 2026
New Tools to Strengthen Student Account Security
As cyber threats evolve, fraud prevention remains a shared responsibility across the California Community Colleges. Recent updates to CCCApply and OpenCCC are strengthening protections for student accounts while improving processes that support authentic users. These safeguards reduce fraudulent activity, prevent unauthorized access, and protect sensitive student information. -
March 3, 2026
From AI to Network Security: What California Community College IT Leaders Will Gain at CENIC’s The Right Connection 2026
As AI adoption accelerates, California Community College IT leaders need practical, secure, and cost-effective infrastructure strategies. Join CENIC’s The Right Connection to explore real-world AI use cases, cybersecurity best practices, and statewide collaboration. -
February 26, 2026
Universal Design for Learning: A Smarter Path to Inclusion
Explore how Universal Design for Learning offers a flexible, student-centered approach that supports diverse learners and reduces barriers before they arise. This piece shares practical UDL strategies that strengthen engagement, equity, and course design across modalities. -
February 24, 2026
Accessibility Is Not Accommodations: Designing Inclusive Experiences from the Start
Learn how proactive accessibility—built into digital content and tools from the start—helps colleges create smoother, more inclusive learning experiences for all students while reducing the need for reactive accommodations. This article highlights practical ways campuses can shift toward more equitable design. -
February 19, 2026
Collaboration and Innovation: Serving Students and Faculty Statewide with a Library Services Platform Program
The Library Services Platform brings together 110 California community colleges in a collaborative partnership, providing students statewide access to high-quality resources and research tools.
