Effective July 1, 2026, Dr. Brad Phillips will transition from his role as President/CEO to President/CEO Emeritus, continuing to support the organization in a half-time capacity. At the same time, Ken Sherwood and Dr. Bola King-Rushing will step into their new roles as CEO and president, respectively.
Stark State College President Dr. Para Jones is modeling what it means to lead with care, demonstrating the importance of leadership buy-in to Caring Campus by connecting with students, empowering staff and faculty, and embodying the college’s mission of student success.
Caring Campus has been the most meaningful work of my career. What began as a vision to create more welcoming, connected, and student-centered institutions has grown into a national movement transforming campus cultures nationwide.
Hear from Celeste Bogan, math professor at Oakland Community College, as she shares about the transformative impact of Caring Campus and the vital role faculty play in fostering a culture of care and belonging that empowers every student to succeed.
Staff at Texarkana College are finding creative ways to increase Caring Campus awareness and visibility across campus, ensuring students experience a consistent culture of care and approachability.
As the spring semester comes to a close, campuses are already welcoming a new wave of students for the summer term. This transition presents an important opportunity to ensure every student feels welcomed from their very first day.
Victor Valley College President Dr. Dan Walden credits Caring Campus and the Caring Campus Academy (CCA) with helping transform the college’s culture and fueling its emergence as the fastest growing college in California.
McLennan Community College is strengthening student belonging through Caring Campus, creating an environment where every student feels welcomed and empowered to succeed from the moment they step onto campus.
One important Caring Campus strategy for creating a strong and supportive campus environment is by improving cross-departmental awareness and communication.
Several recent reports have highlighted the growing challenge of student loneliness. At a time when many students feel disconnected on campus, the work of Caring Campus is more important than ever.