LIVE from ACCAC 2026 - with Dr. Von Lawson, President, Northland Pioneer College
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- Dr. Von Lawson shares leadership insights as President of Northland Pioneer College, recorded live from the ACCAC 2026 conference at Yavapai College.
- Northland Pioneer College serves a massive and diverse student population spread across 22,000 square miles, including remote communities lacking basic infrastructure like running water or electricity.
- Managing nine distinct campuses that are up to a five-hour drive apart requires unique operational strategies and strong institutional alignment.
- Northland Pioneer College is evolving from a traditional commuter school into a residential institution by building new dormitories and student apartments.
- Dr. Joe Sallustio leads this President Series episode, highlighting innovative practices and rural community college leadership in higher education.
It's YOUR time to #EdUp with Dr. Von Lawson, President, Northland Pioneer College
In this episode, President Series #518, recorded LIVE & in person from the 2026 Arizona Community College Administrators Conference on the campus of Yavapai College,
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
- What does it mean to serve students across 22,000 square miles, some in communities without running water or electricity?
- How does a rural community college president keep 9 campuses moving in the same direction when they’re a 5-hour drive apart?
- Why is Northland Pioneer College moving from commuter school to building dormitories & apartments for students?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Dr. Von Lawson?
Dr. Von Lawson is the President of Northland Pioneer College, where he leads innovation and serves students across a massive rural footprint.
What geographic area does Northland Pioneer College serve?
Northland Pioneer College serves students across 22,000 square miles in Arizona, which includes several remote communities lacking basic infrastructure.
Why is Northland Pioneer College building student housing?
To better serve its student population and transition away from strictly being a commuter school, Northland Pioneer College is actively building new dormitories and apartments.
Where was this episode recorded?
This episode was recorded live and in person from the 2026 Arizona Community College Administrators Conference (ACCAC) on the campus of Yavapai College.
