Anne Arundel Community College has been named a 2026 Leader College by Achieving the Dream, a national organization focused on advancing community colleges as centers for learning, workforce development, and economic mobility.
National Recognition for Student Success
The designation recognizes colleges showing progress in expanding access, improving student success strategies, and building institutional capacity.
“We are honored to receive recognition for our deep and ongoing commitment to fostering an inclusive community,” said Dr. Dawn Lindsay, president of AACC. “This achievement is a tangible result of our collective effort to support students and remove barriers to their success.”
AACC has been part of the Achieving the Dream network since 2010. It was previously named a Leader College in 2018 and a Leader College of Distinction in 2021.
Student Also Earns National Honor
The college also highlighted Victor Aigbedion, a Glen Burnie High School student dually enrolled at AACC, who became the first high school student ever named a DREAM Scholar by the organization. The scholarship includes financial support, leadership development, and mentorship…