Higher Education

ISEA's Community College faculty members play a key role in preparing Iowans for the jobs of the future and in keeping Iowa's economy vital and strong. The Association knows what you're up against. We're there when you can't be, fighting the battles and paving the way for you to succeed. We also understand that although you share many interests with your K-12 teaching colleagues, you're unique. You need a strong voice to speak out on your issues and advocate on behalf of your students. The Association gives you that and more.

When you're a member of ISEA/NEA, you have support and access to resources you can't get anywhere else. For example, you get:

• Professional development and networking opportunities'
• A national Web site designed with your interests and needs in mind
• Professional publications
• Lobbying to protect your rights, fight for funding, and give you the tools you need
• A seat at the table when decisions are made that affect your profession
• Vast resources plus the latest research data to help you local team bargain a good contract
• Expert legal assistance and liability protection.
• Money-saving discounts and personal financial resources

Higher Ed Links
NEA Higher Education
Department of Education
Department of Education Community College Division
Community College Leader Bulletin
Community College Accreditation
Quality Faculty (Faculty Standards, Quality Faculty Plans, and Faculty Advisory Committee)
Senior Year Plus Guidance

ISEA Community College Lobby Day 2010

Join us for ISEA Community College Lobby Day 2010 on Wednesday, February 10 at 10 a.m. in the Jesse Parker Building -- Grant Room, 520 E. 12th Street in Des Moines.

State Appropriations

The Governor has ordered an across-the-board reduction of 10%. The impact to each college can be found in this spreadsheet

Proposed Rule Changes

The Department of Education has proposed significant rule changes. Please See the following proposed rules

SuperRep Newsletters for Higher Ed Leaders

The ISEA SuperRep Newsletter for leaders is now available in a Higher Ed edition.

Higher Education Committee

Higher Education Committee members and contact information

Higher Education Links

Click here for links of interest to community college faculty

Faculty rights and responsibilities

There are moments in the life of an education employee that should cause concern and "raise red flags" for a college employee. In those cases, the employee should consider finding a faculty rep before participating in a meeting with a college administrator or supervisor.