The public community colleges in Massachusetts were created by the state Legislature in the late 1950s, with the first college, Berkshire Community College, opening in 1960. In the 63 years that have followed, a total of 15 colleges have served…
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The public community colleges in Massachusetts were created by the state Legislature in the late 1950s, with the first college, Berkshire Community College, opening in 1960. In the 63 years that have followed, a total of 15 colleges have served…