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New Interim Vice Chancellor Appointment

Learn about my just-announced adventure here.

2013 NHCC Earth Week Schedule Released…

Earth Week 2013 at NHCC will bring together a remarkable collection of speakers, presentations, activities, and celebrations of community.  Join us!  Learn more here:   NHCC2013EarthWeekProgram

Picture for Earth Week - Hand Holding Flower

A Bright Future for Higher Education…Somewhere Else

University under Construction

Umm Al-Qura University under construction in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Today the Minneapolis Star Tribune published an op-ed commentary I wrote following my trip to Saudi Arabia, where they are investing significantly in higher education.  You can read the commentary here:  STRIB OP-ED John O’Brien 011413

Dr. Jill Biden Visits NHCC

Fellow community college English/Reading teacher Dr. Jill Biden visits our campus…full story here.

Meeting the Vice President of Liberia

What an amazing opportunity to learn about the rebuilding of Liberia and the focus on higher education infrastructure!  You can read more here.

John O'Brien with the VP of Liberia

 

NHCC 2012 Gala on April 20

I hope you will consider joining me at our 29th annual gala at North Hennepin Community College the evening of Friday, April 20.  Great food, fantastic auction items, entertainment, and an elegant night all around–all to raise money for student scholarships.  You can find 2012 NHCC Gala details here.

On the topic of important events, on April 26 we will be celebrating the grand opening of our new Center for Business and Technology.  Join us for speakers (including Chancellor Steven Rosenstone, State Economist Tom Stinson and State Demographer Tom Gillaspy), entertainment, and activities.

NHCC Earth Week 2012

I’m very proud of our wonderful program for Earth Week.  Take a look…  Earth Week 2012

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