Education Advocacy - Access is Key
Chancellor Glasper is committed to improving educational access, quality, and affordability in Arizona. His work on several boards and committees, at the local, state and national level, is focused on supporting student success and preparing students to meet the demands of the 21st century.
Governor's P-20 Council
Dr. Glasper served as Co-Chair of the Governor’s P-20 Council, a group of education, business, and community leaders convened by the Governor to shape a common vision for education reform efforts in Arizona. Appointed by Governor Janet Napolitano, the Chancellor provides leadership in helping Arizonans understand that a strong education system, from the preschool to postsecondary level, leads to the development of a more talented workforce and vibrant economy.
The work of the P-20 Council evaluates educational policies and programs and then develop recommendations to provide systemic improvements at all points in the educational spectrum.
For more on the work of the P-20 Council, and to learn about its accomplishments, visit: http://www.governor.state.az.us/P20/
Arizona Community College Council
Chancellor Glasper represents the interests of students and taxpayers in Maricopa County as a member of the Arizona Community Colleges Council. The ACCC is comprised of leaders from the state’s ten community college districts as well as Arizona’s two tribal colleges, two elected governing board members and three members who represent business, industry and philanthropy. The Council works to advance the interests of the colleges and collaborate with the state’s universities in providing opportunities for baccalaureate degree completion.
National Issues
Dr. Glasper serves as a national voice for the interests of community colleges and their students. Whether speaking before a legislative panel in Washington, D.C., or working with the U.S. Department of Education on supporting educational excellence, Dr. Glasper has an ongoing commitment to advancing and supporting the work of the Maricopa Community Colleges.
His national work also includes:
The League for Innovation in the Community College
As a board member of the League for Innovation in the Community College, Chancellor Glasper provides leadership for a coalition of more than 900 institutions from 14 different countries and territories. The League and its members also work with some 160 corporations and other organizations, foundations, and government agencies to develop and implement ground-breaking ideas in education. These innovative approaches to learning, assessment, technology, leadership, workforce development, diversity, and fundraising are shared as best practices to benefit students and the institutions that they attend.
Renewal and change in preparation for the future of the urban community college is the focus of RC 2020. Dr. Glasper’s work on behalf of the Maricopa Community Colleges addresses the specific needs and challenges of the urban community college and aligns with the group’s goal to find ways in which community colleges can better serve their students, faculty and communities. Membership in RC 2020 is by invitation and includes institutions in large urban areas throughout the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada and Australia.
Division of Public Affairs
The Division of Public Affairs provides a common point of access for the many publics served by the Maricopa Community Colleges. Departments within this division work to build relationships with scores of constituencies such as employees, students, voters, all levels of government, educational institutions, associations, and the media. By fostering two-way communication, sharing important information about the District and helping the institution meaningfully interpret feedback the Division helps the District earn public understanding and acceptance.