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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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.
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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Member Spotlight: Meet Eunice Heredia, City Colleges of Chicago
1. What is your current role/title? I have been working with City Colleges of Chicago for six years. My current role is Assistant Director of Financial Aid. Before...
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A Letter from the Executive Director Dear ILEA Partners, Welcome to another new academic year that, paired with the colorful change of the seasons here in the Midwest,...
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