A Story of Partnership
Last winter, we asked ourselves and our community whether our website and visual identity were truly reflective of where we now were: approaching five years in existence, expanding...
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Sharing PCC’s analyses of local, state, and federal policies impacting college access and success, insights from higher education leaders on equity-centered plans and practices, and student perspectives about the urgent need for greater college access and affordability to support them realizing their career aspirations.
From the Executive Director: 2021—A Year in Review
Dear PCC Friends and Supporters, As we turn the page on another year, one that has continued to disrupt learning and make life even more challenging for...
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2021 ILEA Virtual Fall Summit Recap
The fifth convening of the Illinois Equity in Attainment (ILEA) Fall Summit was held November 3-5, 2021, commemorating its second annual virtual format. Over 500 faculty, staff, administrators from Illinois...
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Bold Investments in Illinois’ Higher Education are Investments in Its People, Prosperity
As the state and country continue on the path to recovery from the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, the need for every Illinois student with college aspirations to earn a...
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Student-Centered Practices for Student Engagement and Success at Moraine Valley Community College
Serving the southwest suburbs of Chicago, Moraine Valley Community College is the fourth largest 2-year college in Illinois. The college offers over 130 academic programs along with dozens...
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Equity in Practice Spotlight: “Complete to Compete Strategy” at Elgin Community College
Briefly describe a strategy in your Equity Plan that you have implemented. Include a brief description of how this strategy was chosen. Elgin Community College (ECC) wanted to...
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