We are less than a month away from the Caring Campus Conference 2026: Developing a Legacy of Impact, and we are counting down the days until we welcome you to Nashville!
Staff at Clark State College in Ohio are strengthening a culture of care and connection through Caring Campus, with plans to expand work to faculty in 2027 through continued support from ECMC Foundation.
The University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville is the second institution nationwide to earn gold Caring Campus Certification, distinguishing the college for its commitment to implementing and sustaining a culture of care.
I have been encouraged by the continued momentum behind Caring Campus this fall and the growing commitment to building cultures where students feel a sense of belonging and care.
The start of the fall semester is officially here, and we are looking forward to another great year of partnering with institutions committed to making care a defining part of the student experience.
Texas A&M University – Kingsville is achieving record student persistence and retention by building a campuswide culture where every employee plays a role in helping students succeed.
After becoming the nation’s first Caring Campus District, the Alamo Colleges District, located in San Antonio, is strengthening its culture of care through districtwide alignment, employee engagement, and shared student-centered practices across its District offices and five colleges.
Caring Campus offers customized coaching for staff, faculty, and administrators, ensuring all employees are aligned in a shared commitment to their students.
As we step into our new leadership roles, with Ken serving as CEO and Bola as President, we do so with tremendous gratitude for the foundation that has been built and great excitement for what lies ahead.
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.