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# Coalition For the Common Good

Rebuilding Higher Education from the Ground Up

## Sitemaps

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## Posts

- [With Launch of Coalition for the Common Good, Antioch and Otterbein Chart a Shared Future](https://www.ccgedu.org/with-launch-of-coalition-for-the-common-good-antioch-and-otterbein-chart-a-shared-future/) - They had founded the first national system of affiliated universities organized around a shared mission of educating students to advance their careers and also promoting the common good, including preserving and improving our pluralistic democracy and advancing social, racial, economic, and environmental justice.
- [Otterbein University and Antioch University Establish Coalition for the Common Good](https://www.ccgedu.org/otterbein-university-and-antioch-university-establish-coalition-for-the-common-good-2/) - The Coalition for the Common Good is the first national higher education system of affiliated universities organized around a shared mission of educating students not only to advance their careers, but to promote our pluralistic democracy, social, racial, economic, and environmental justice, and the common good.
- [Coalition Launches Graduate Early Admission Pathways](https://www.ccgedu.org/coalition-launches-graduate-early-admission-pathways/) - In 2024, when Antioch University came together with Otterbein University to form a shared university system, the Coalition for the Common Good, one of the major reasons for joining forces was that together they could foster innovative forms of institutional collaboration—such as creating new pathways that benefit the students, programs, and universities involved. An early
- [Antioch University Approved to Launch Graduate Nursing Programs Nationwide](https://www.ccgedu.org/antioch-university-approved-to-launch-graduate-nursing-programs-nationwide/) - Antioch University’s School of Nursing and Health Professions to offer graduate nursing programs, including master’s degree, post-master’s certificate, and the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree in Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner tracks, and the DNP degree in Advanced Practice and Nurse Executive tracks.
- [Describing the CCG in Four Short Essays](https://www.ccgedu.org/describing-the-coalition-for-the-common-good-in-four-short-essays/) - Co-founded by Antioch University and Otterbein University, the Coalition for the Common Good (CCG) is redefining tuition-dependent, mission-driven higher education. Discover how the CCG expands access, shares academic pathways and operational services, and strengthens small to mid-sized institutions to serve students, communities, and democracy.
- [Top 5 reasons working with the Coalition for the Common Good is good for your business](https://www.ccgedu.org/top-5-reasons-working-with-the-coalition-for-the-common-good-is-good-for-your-business/) - The Coalition for the Common Good isn’t just about degrees — it’s about dignity, access, and impact. Founded by two historic nonprofit academic institutions with a deep commitment to equity and civic engagement, the Coalition believes that workforce development is community development. In today’s competitive economy, the most successful companies don’t just develop products —
- [Coalition for the Common Good Expands Workforce Partnerships to Help Employers Build and Retain Talent](https://www.ccgedu.org/coalition-for-the-common-good-expands-workforce-partnerships-to-help-employers-build-and-retain-talent/) - More than 20 healthcare, education, nonprofit, military, and industry partners have signed on with the CCG’s new model that serves working adults with flexible degrees, credentials, and customized training.
- [Why CCG Works: Turn Life Experience into a Degree with the Coalition for the Common Good](https://www.ccgedu.org/why-ccg-works-turn-life-experience-into-a-degree-with-the-coalition-for-the-common-good/) - Relevant College-Level Knowledge and Skills from Prior Work and Life Experiences Can Translate to Degree Credits Build on Your Past, For Your Future, and For Future Good The Coalition for the Common Good (CCG) believes the path to your future can be built on the foundation of your past experiences. Through our Prior Learning Assessment
- [Coalition for the Common Good Announces Diane White as Founding Dean of the Antioch University Graduate School of Nursing and Health Professions ](https://www.ccgedu.org/coalition-for-the-common-good-announces-diane-white-as-founding-dean-of-the-antioch-university-graduate-school-of-nursing-and-health-professions/) - The school represents an important step forward in the collaborative efforts of the Coalition for the Common Good and will be the future home of Antioch’s graduate Family Nurse Practitioner, and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner programs, as well as the Master of Science in Athletic Training, all transitioning from Otterbein University.
- [National Higher Ed Leader and Advocate Joins Board of Coalition for the Common Good](https://www.ccgedu.org/national-higher-ed-leader-and-advocate-joins-board-of-coalition-for-the-common-good/) - The Coalition for the Common Good, the newly founded system of independent mission-aligned nonprofit colleges and universities, is pleased to announce that Lynn Pasquerella, PhD, has joined the Coalition’s Board of Directors. Pasquerella is one of the country’s most prominent public voices and forceful advocates for the value of liberal education, the importance of access to
- [Coalition for the Common Good’s New Director of Education is Here to Learn ](https://www.ccgedu.org/coalition-for-the-common-goods-new-director-of-education-is-here-to-learn/) - Recently, Sue Constable participated in the Antioch Doctor of Education program’s online residency. She was there in her new role as Executive Director of Education Programs for the Coalition for the Common Good, the university system recently founded by Antioch University and Otterbein University. In her commencement address to the newly minted EdDs, Constable had a chance to
- [Lori Erica Varlotta Assumes Office as Executive Vice President of the Coalition for the Common Good](https://www.ccgedu.org/lori-erica-varlotta-assumes-office-as-president-of-antioch-university-and-as-executive-vice-president-of-the-coalition-for-the-common-good/) - Lori Erica Varlotta joins Antioch University at a pivotal moment. Called to model mid-21st-century distributed leadership, democratic professionalism, and impact-oriented education, she will leverage Antioch’s 173-year history and mission while guiding it forward to its next level of excellence.

## Pages

- [Coalition For the Common Good](https://www.ccgedu.org/) - Discover the Coalition for the Common Good, the first national university network focused on equity, access, and the common good. Explore how partner institutions are expanding academic pathways, championing social justice, and transforming higher education to serve all students.
- [Current Workforce Partnerships](https://www.ccgedu.org/current-workforce-partnerships/) - Current Workforce Partnerships You’re Already Part of Something Bigger Now it’s time to explore what that means for you.Through partnering with the Coalition for the Common Good, members and employees of partner organizations have access to exclusive education benefits that are designed to meet you where you are, professionally and personally. Whether you’re looking to
- [About](https://www.ccgedu.org/about/) - About About Us Why Form a National Coalition? The Coalition for the Common Good (CCG) is not just another higher education partnership. It is the first national university system of its kind, built on the powerful belief that education can — and must — be a champion for a more just society. We bring together
- [For Higher Ed](https://www.ccgedu.org/for-higher-ed/) - For Higher Ed Become a Member Membership Info We Take a Bold, Innovative Approach to Education The Coalition for the Common Good (CCG) is a groundbreaking alliance of independent, nonprofit colleges and universities united by a shared mission: We believe that education should advance not only careers, but also the common good including democracy, social justice,
- [For Industry and Non-Profits](https://www.ccgedu.org/for-industry-and-non-profits/) - For Industry and Non-Profits Professional Development | Stackable Credentials | Multiple Entry Points​ Developing a Workforce Has Never Been Harder. Developing a Community Has Never Been More Important. The Coalition for the Common Good is Your Solution. Accelerate Your Success Your organization has never had to work harder or smarter. You have the plan. You
- [Our Work](https://www.ccgedu.org/our-work/) - Our Work A Mission Based Philosophy What if colleges and universities... Collaborated instead of competing against one another? Worked together to solve society’s biggest challenges? Expanded their reach to more learners — including working adults — by offering certificates, stackable credentials, bachelor’s and advanced degrees? Championed education for a more just society by developing an educated workforce and
- [For the Media](https://www.ccgedu.org/common-square/for-the-media/) - For the Media For the Media The Coalition for the Common Good is a unique national university system — truly the first of its kind. The CCG brings together multiple universities with complementary, high quality academic programs, geographic diversity, and innovative approaches to graduate and undergraduate education and lifelong learning. The Coalition is committed to
- [The Common Square](https://www.ccgedu.org/common-square/) - A Shared Space for the Common Good The Common Square The Common Square is a virtual shared space where members of our CCG community can come together for discussion and education, to participate in events, to exchange ideas and engage in debate and discourse, and to share thought leadership and informed inquiry around important issues.
- [Blog](https://www.ccgedu.org/common-square/blog/) - Blog News Coalition for the Common Good Expands Workforce Partnerships to Help Employers Build and Retain Talent The Coalition for the Common Good (CCG) is expanding a national workforce-development model to bring higher education directly to employers and membership organizations — at work, online, and in flexible Thought Leadership Describing the CCG in Four Short
- [Leadership](https://www.ccgedu.org/about/leadership/) - Leadership As recognized pacesetters in higher education, Coalition leadership brings a collective power of experience that includes long-standing leaders in higher education, exceptional visionaries and innovators from the corporate and industry sectors, and champions and advocates from non-profit, foundations and community organizations. Combined, their expertise and insight will continue to drive historic change for the
- [Nursing Landing](https://www.ccgedu.org/nursing/) - Coalition for the common Good Educating Nursing Professionals to Champion Equitable Healthcare for All​ From your first patient to your first policy change, you can transform healthcare for the better. Through the Coalition for the Common Good’s powerful partnership between Otterbein University and Antioch University, you’ll gain the knowledge, skills, and values to lead with
- [Board of Directors](https://www.ccgedu.org/about/board-of-directors/) - Board of Directors Contact Us Board Leadership Daniel C. Gifford Chair Daniel C. Gifford is the retired Chief Financial Officer of Bold Penguin where he served on the senior leadership team and was responsible for accounting, finance, human resources, and M&A due diligence. Read More Daniel C. Gifford, CPA (Inactive) graduated from Otterbein University in
- [Support Us](https://www.ccgedu.org/support-us/) - Support Us Higher Education is at a Crossroads The challenges facing higher education Especially private, liberal arts-oriented, residential higher education—are evident all around us.A national decline in the population of high school-aged graduates. Political attacks on diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives and academic freedom.A focus on state flagships and the most elite private institutions as somehow
- [Otterbein University](https://www.ccgedu.org/for-higher-ed/institutions-affiliates/about-otterbein-university/) - Otterbein University Visit Website Facebook Instagram Linkedin Flickr Youtube About Otterbein University Since its founding in 1847, Otterbein has been committed to educating students others deemed undeserving of such a right. Otterbein was among the first institutions in the nation to have included women as faculty members and as students. Otterbein admitted students of color
- [Antioch University](https://www.ccgedu.org/for-higher-ed/institutions-affiliates/about-antioch-university/) - Antioch University Visit Website Facebook Instagram Linkedin About Antioch University Founded in 1852, our first president – politician, abolitionist, and education reformer – Horace Mann, sought to build an Antioch whose education inspired students to seek a more socially just world. Today’s Antioch remains firmly committed to nonsectarian, co-educational pathways to innovation and progress –
- [Graduate Benefits](https://www.ccgedu.org/for-higher-ed/graduate-benefits/) - Graduate Benefits Graduate Benefits As a member of the Coalition for the Common Good, your institution will realize a number of meaningful benefits from the ‘shared’ national graduate and adult learner model. Member schools gain access to a significantly larger set of graduate programs than they could offer on their own. Not only do they
- [Undergraduate Opportunities](https://www.ccgedu.org/for-higher-ed/undergraduate-opportunities/) - Undergraduate Opportunities Undergraduate Benefits A number of benefits accrue to traditional undergraduate-focused universities that join the Coalition for the Common Good, chief among them that members keep their distinctive undergraduate identity, branding, curriculum and athletic programs. Joining the Coalition allows members to refocus their attention and their resources on serving traditional undergraduates, rather than trying
- [Connect With Us](https://www.ccgedu.org/common-square/connect-with-us/) - Connect With Us Connect With Us We’re eager to connect. Please let us know how best to start a conversation about your interest in the CCG and our commitment to do good in the world. Linkedin Δ LinkedInThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name(Required) First Last Email(Required) PhoneMy Interest(s) (Check all
- [Institutional Members](https://www.ccgedu.org/for-higher-ed/institutions-affiliates/) - Building Stronger Connections Through Partnership Institutional Members Co-Founding Institutions Otterbein University and Antioch University came together to form the Coalition for the Common Good as founding partners committed to reimagining higher education through shared values of access, equity, and social justice. Their collaboration laid the groundwork for a new kind of national university system —
- [Ways to Partner](https://www.ccgedu.org/for-industry-and-non-profits/ways-to-partner/) - Ways to Partner Ways to Partner The Coalition for the Common Good (CCG) offers businesses and community organizations an innovative opportunity to develop their workforce to meet current and future needs through a variety of pathways. By partnering with the CCG, your company can participate in a custom needs assessment that unlocks a network of
- [Privacy Policy](https://www.ccgedu.org/privacy-policy/) - Overview Coalition for the Common Good (“CCG”) takes online privacy and security seriously. The following is a summary of CCG’s security and privacy policies and procedures relating to website visitors and users. By using www.ccgedu.org, you signify that you have read these terms and agree to be bound by and comply with them. A.

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## Institutional Members

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- [Antioch University](https://www.ccgedu.org/institutional-member/antioch-university/)