Past Events

Virtual Coffee Talk - Monday, June 9, 2025

Coffee Talk Recap: Exploring Dual Enrollment, Early, and Middle College Models

During this MDEA Coffee Talk, we had the pleasure of spotlighting Prince George's Community College that shared valuable insights into the design and impact of its Dual Enrollment, Early College, and Middle College programs. Their presentation offered a comprehensive look into how their programs are structured to support student success from high school through college transition.

Our discussion included the following key topics:

• Program Design & Structure

• Student Access & Equity

• Partnerships & Collaboration

• College & Career Readiness Alignment

• Data, Outcomes & Evaluation

We are grateful to Dr. Johnnie Johnson, Mrs. Jasmine Jones Hopewell, and Ms. Tawanna Terry for generously sharing their knowledge and experiences, offering a detailed overview of their institution’s approach to dual enrollment and early college programming. 

If your institution would like to share the story of your dual or concurrent enrollment programs at an upcoming Coffee Talk, we invite you to reach out to us at mdea@nacep.org. We’re always eager to spotlight innovative practices and expand the dialogue around equitable early college access across Maryland.

Virtual Coffee Talk - Monday, April 14, 2025

On April 14, 2025, from 1 pm to 2 pm, MDEA hosted a Virtual Coffee Talk.   The event was open to all dual enrollment professionals.  Participants had the opportunity to meet MDEA executive board members, learn about MDEA membership, network, and provide feedback on how MDEA can assist them in navigating the dual enrollment landscape.

Kari Suderley, President of the New England Alliance for Concurrent Enrollment Programs (NEACEP) shared comments and invited participants to attend the NEACEP Annual Conference on Friday, May 16, 2025 at Middlesex Community College, Bedford, MA. Kari also drew our attention to the CCRC IPEDS data for dual enrollment. We are encouraged to review state data.

Participants shifted to a conversation on course transferability among dual enrollment students.  Information was shared about a Think Tank on the topic of Fostering a Thriving Transfer Culture at Community College. The event is being hosted by Transfer Nation.

MDEA membership is growing and is open to any organization or individual participating in the work regarding dual/concurrent enrollment within and alongside the state of Maryland or any organization or individual who provides support to students taking college classes while they are still enrolled in high school. Organizations could include government/state educational organizations and agencies, secondary and post-secondary institutions, non-profit organizations, and educational related businesses and organizations, which include small businesses. Click here to join MDEA today!