Future Now
Future Now 018 — What Makes MiraCosta a Future-Focused Community College?
Jun 11, 2024
Dr. Sunny Cooke and Dr. Wendy Stewart from MiraCosta College discuss future-focused education, including innovative AI and biomanufacturing degrees. They highlight the importance of equity, signal exploration in construction and food sustainability, and building a culture of futures thinking in community colleges.
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- Mira Costa College offers innovative programs in biomanufacturing and AI to meet future job market needs.
- The college prioritizes an equitable approach to support the diverse needs of its student population, emphasizing foresight and future thinking.
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Embracing Foresight at Mira Costa College
Mira Costa College, celebrating its 90th anniversary, is shaping into a future-ready public community college. With a student population of around 27,000, the college focuses on serving diverse backgrounds, including many first-generation students needing financial assistance. The institution pioneers offering bachelor's degrees, including programs like biomanufacturing and artificial intelligence, preparing students for emerging fields. It prides itself on providing necessary support for students along their educational journeys.
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