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Making the Case for College at the City Club of Cleveland
Making the Case for College at the City Club of Cleveland College Now president & CEO, Dr. Michele Scott Taylor, was joined by Timothy Fields, author of "The Black Family's Guide to College Admissions" and R.J. Nemer, president of The University of Akron, on Nov....
Pickleball with a Purpose: Dinks for Degrees Closes First-Gen Week with Energy and Impact
On Saturday, Nov. 8, College Now hosted its first-ever Dinks for Degrees fundraiser at Cleveland Premier Pickleball, transforming a chilly fall afternoon into a warm celebration of community, college access and first-generation success. The event marked the close of...
Mission Moments: First-Generation Voices, Lasting Impact
Mission Moments: First-Generation Voices, Lasting Impact “To be the first is never easy—but it’s how generational change begins. And when one person breaks through, they often ensure they won’t be the last.” College Now hosted its second Mission Moments on Nov. 3, a...
Mission Moments: A Morning Rooted in Purpose and Possibility
Mission Moments: A Morning Rooted in Purpose and Possibility "We believe in the power of connection, the strength of shared stories, and the impact of showing up." In early September, College Now held its first Mission Moment, a new engagement series designed to...
Celebrating the Nord Family Foundation’s Continued Commitment to Lorain County Students
Celebrating the Nord Family Foundation’s Continued Commitment to Lorain County Students Over the last 35 years, the Nord Family Foundation has been a steadfast partner in expanding college and career opportunities for students across Lorain County. Since 1990, the...
Spring Break Adventures: College Now Students Explore Campuses and Cultures
While many students spend spring break relaxing, College Now students hit the road, and the skies, for eye-opening college tours and cultural experiences that spanned cities and states. From bustling city campuses to scenic college towns, students in our GEAR UP and...
KeyBank Xplore: Guiding Northeast Ohio Students Toward Careers That Spark Passion
KeyBank and College Now share a long and impactful history, dating back to 1972! As an instrumental financial leader, partner in the community and unbelievably generous supporter of College Now, KeyBank is making postsecondary education more accessible for students in...