Marcia J. Ballinger, Ph.D.
President of Lorain County Community College

(440) 366-4050
Email the President

Jocelyn Wieser
Executive Associate/Board Liaison
jwieser@lorainccc.edu

Christopher (CJ) Fox
Manager of Projects
cfox@lorainccc.edu

Marcia Ballinger’s Bio

A Message From the President

Welcome to Lorain County Community College!

The start of a new year is an exciting time, and we are honored you turned to LCCC to help reach your goals. This year is especially exciting as we celebrate 60 years of LCCC serving our community. LCCC is committed to your success, whether you are pursuing a certificate, associate or applied bachelor’s degree from LCCC, or a bachelor’s or master’s degree through LCCC’s University Partnership. 

With nine academic and career pathways that connect to real jobs here in Northeast Ohio, you can confidently focus on your education. LCCC works closely with more than 700 local employers to ensure you graduate career-ready. In fact, 90% of LCCC graduates live and work in Northeast Ohio.

At LCCC, every student’s dream matters and our Culture of Care wraps you in tailored support you can count on to help you overcome any obstacle. Personalized academic advising and tutoring services ensure academic success, while our Advocacy and Resource Center (ARC) provides access to food, emergency aid, mental health resources, and much more.

All of these services are delivered at LCCC’s low tuition rate. In fact, LCCC is among the top 10% most affordable schools in the nation, according to a report from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Affordability and Transparency Center.

The savings continue for those who choose to advance their education with the LCCC University Partnership. You can select from more than 100 bachelor’s or master’s degree options from 14 Ohio college and universities, all delivered on the LCCC campus at an average savings of 70% of the cost.

As our community turns to LCCC, we are prepared to help each of you achieve your goals. Together, will continue build a brighter future for our region.

Please connect with me @PresBallinger on Twitter and Instagram.

President’s Blog

It’s a big day at Lorain County Community College as our LCCC and University Partnership students begin a new semester and academic year.

Celebrating 60 years and a new academic year

Walk & Talk

Meet up with Dr. Ballinger during a Walk & Talk session! Walk campus with Dr. Ballinger while talking about the things that matter most to you.

Thursday, November 9
12:30-1:30 p.m.

Meet us at Starbucks in College Center. No RSVP is needed.

News and Articles of Interest

How community colleges are adapting with the modern economy – NewsNation

Ohio Community College Tweaks Offerings to Match Local Job Market – Public News Service

Five community colleges tweak their offerings to match the local job market – The Hechinger Report

How community colleges can evolve – The Hechinger Report

LCCC featured by Harvard University in new book on role of community colleges in driving economic growth – Morning Journal

There’s a proven fix for an urgent education problem — Congress should embrace it – The Hill

16 weeks to a new job: Can certificate programs be game changers? – Christian Science Monitor

LCCC College Credit Plus provides early start to careers for Dobos siblings – Morning Journal

LCCC president advocates increased funding share for community colleges – Chronicle Telegram

Lorain County Community College part of new national network – Crain’s Cleveland

LCCC chosen for ‘Unlocking Opportunity’ student success project – Chronicle Telegram

Community Colleges Can Be an Engine of Growth. They’re Meeting Students Where They Are. – Market Watch

16 weeks to a new job: Can certificate programs be game changers? – Christian Science Monitor

Seize the opportunities in Northeast Ohio’s changing environment by Marcia J. Ballinger, Ph.D. – Smart Business

New Programs: Mechanical Engineering, Smart Manufacturing, HR Analytics, Accounting, Nursing – Inside Higher Ed

Headlines: LCCC enrolling students in new applied bachelor’s degree in smart manufacturing – Community College Daily

Some College, No Degree Students Get Another Chance in Northeast Ohio – Diverse Issues in Higher Education

How Community Colleges Can Drive Shared Prosperity – Harvard University – The Project on Workforce

LCCC profiled in Harvard research project – Chronicle Telegram

Student Feature Stories

Sariana

Army National Guard soldier trains to be surgical technologist

After active duty in the Army National Guard, LCCC graduate Sariana Rivera returns to become a surgical technologist.

Read Sariana’s story.

Bridges to Success

LCCC Bridges to Success program introduces Avon high schoolers to in-demand careers

Lorain County Community College and Avon High School pilot Bridges to Success program to help high school seniors plan for post-graduation.

Learn more about Bridges to Success.

Quiet but mighty nursing grad

Nursing graduate and Florence Nightingale award winner Bianca Young is prepared to advocate for future patients.

Read Bianca’s Story