County College Of Morris

County College of Morris (CCM), doing business as CCM, is a public community college located in New Jersey that actively engages in federal grant programs to enhance educational opportunities and workforce development. As a U.S. local government entity at the county level, CCM has been registered to receive federal awards since 2008. The college primarily secures project grants from various federal agencies to support innovative educational initiatives, particularly in STEM fields such as data science, cybersecurity, and computing. These grants allow CCM to develop and implement programs that address national workforce needs, improve postsecondary education, and promote equity in higher education. CCM's focus on cutting-edge technology education and workforce development is evident in its recent federal grant activities.

Recent federal grant awards to CCM showcase the diverse range of services and programs the college provides through grant funding. The National Science Foundation awarded CCM a $650,000 grant to establish a Data Science Institute, building upon a previous project to develop a certification in data science and analytics. The U.S. Department of Education provided a $720,000 grant for CCM to create a Cyber Center and Hacking Lab, offering hands-on cybersecurity training. Additionally, the Department of Labor awarded CCM $1.6 million for a project aimed at closing equity gaps through accelerated pathways. CCM has also participated in COVID-19 relief efforts, receiving multiple grants from the Department of Education to support institutional needs and student emergency funding. The college collaborates with other institutions on grant-funded projects, such as partnering with the University of Colorado Boulder to develop resources for recruiting and retaining women in computing programs, and with East Stroudsburg University to improve STEM transfer pathways. These activities demonstrate CCM's commitment to advancing education in high-demand fields, addressing critical workforce needs, and promoting equity in higher education through federal grant programs.