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City College Strengthens Defense Against 'Ghost Students'

City College Strengthens Defense Against 'Ghost Students'

New technologies implemented across California Community Colleges and within City College’s enrollment system are yielding strong results, vigorously combating financial aid fraud.
The Guardsman 24 Nov 2025
Update: CCSF Administrators Chip Away at Ghost Busting Ahead of Fall Semester

Update: CCSF Administrators Chip Away at Ghost Busting Ahead of Fall Semester

The administration's actions to combat ghost students appear to finally be taking effect, just in time for fall enrollment.
The Guardsman 19 May 2025
In the Fog of Ghosts, How to Prove You’re the Real Deal

In the Fog of Ghosts, How to Prove You’re the Real Deal

Based on the experiences of students who have successfully navigated the system and guidance from faculty, here are some approaches to help students get the classes they need.
Abby Sigler, Tom Whitehead 02 May 2025
City College Faces Short-Term Surplus, Long-Term Budget Crisis

City College Faces Short-Term Surplus, Long-Term Budget Crisis

The college is tightening student verification and considering policy changes, but leaders stress that without increased enrollment or new state assistance, difficult decisions lie ahead.
The Guardsman 02 May 2025
The Future of City College Enrollment Decided by Hackers at Large

The Future of City College Enrollment Decided by Hackers at Large

With the number of fraudulent student accounts having more than doubled this semester, faculty members are predicting matters will only get worse.
Abby Sigler, Tom Whitehead, John R. Adkins 18 Apr 2025

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