The public is often able to attend special lecture series and other scholarly programs, and use certain research libraries. In addition to enhancing the mind, the college's students and employees can often be found enriching the community with hundreds of volunteer efforts. Outreach and community extension services are just some of the many ways colleges positively affect the community. The influx of students, employees and visitors to campuses in the region stimulates the area s economy and builds a highly skilled work force. Area colleges also provide technical assistance to area businesses, and many faculty and administrators participate on local boards and community building initiatives.
Council members share resources and engage in cooperative programs.
The organization also stimulates involvement in community service from area college students through the Campus Compact for New Hampshire, a consortium of institutions committed to community service. The Manchester School of Technology offers vocational training to students in the Greater Manchester area through a two year program aimed at preparing students for employment or continuing education in a chosen career field. The school also provides night classes for high school students, adult basic education programs, English as a second language courses, enrichment classes and apprenticeships in plumbing, electricity and sheet metal. The New Hampshire Technical College prepares students to directly enter the work force and advance in technical fields. The school is committed to meeting the educational needs of not only its student body but of the state's employers as well.