The Partnership For College Completion
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.
Senator Kimberly A. Lightford Chicago, IL – June 1, 2021 Last night the General Assembly took a critical step towards equitable higher education funding by passing SB815, a...
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Graduating DePaul University Senior Jane Andrews shares her experience navigating college during COVID-19 and shares why greater investment in MAP grants will benefit many more student journeys—especially after...
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MAP has the potential to play a crucial role in the growth and sustainability of Illinois’ economy and can be a gateway to financial stability for communities that...
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Dear ILEA Partners, In a really difficult year, what has kept us going at PCC is the tireless work being done by all of you across the ILEA network....
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1. What is your current role/title?I serve as the Executive Director of Strategy and Operations within the Undergraduate College at National Louis University. 2. Where did you earn...
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For the first time in two years, higher education institutions across Illinois and the U.S. are returning to celebrating their graduating seniors at in-person ceremonies. As students and...
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