The National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development (NISOD) along with Diverse: Issues In Higher Education, have recognized Chemeketa Community College as a "2025 Most Promising Places to Work in Community Colleges."  Chemeketa’s student and staff recruitment and retention practices, inclusive learning and working environments, and meaningful community service engagement opportunities earned the title of  "Best in Class." The award will be presented at NISOD’s International Conference on Teaching and Leadership Excellence on May 26 in Austin, Texas.