Reflections on PCC’s Ten Years of Advocacy and Impact
During the past year, I have had the opportunity to meet more than 100 leaders across the advocacy, philanthropic, community organizing, labor, and policymaking fields. I have been...
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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.
The Partnership for College Completion Announces Board Leadership Transition
Wil Del Pilar assumes Board Chair position; Douglas E. Wood to remain on Board The Partnership for College Completion (PCC) announces the appointment of Wil Del Pilar, Ph.D.,...
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Student Lens: Advocacy Day with Policy Intern Caroline DeHaven
PCC Policy Intern, Caroline DeHaven, shares her experience as a student advocate attending the 2026 Higher Education Advocacy Day, hosted by the Coalition for Transforming Higher Education Funding,...
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Meet Rebecca Popelka, PCC’s Director of Institutional Partnerships
Watch our latest interview with Rebecca Popelka, Director of Institutional Partnerships, on her career-long commitment to improving higher education experiences for students of all backgrounds.
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PCC Welcomes Popelka and Nearpass, Promotes Salgado
The Partnership for College Completion is pleased to welcome Rebecca Popelka and Michael Nearpass to the organization’s team, and celebrate the promotion of Paola Salgado. Popelka and Nearpass...
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Meet Intern Caroline DeHaven: Blending Policy and Purpose
Caroline DeHaven joined PCC as the Policy Intern in October 2025. She is a Master of Planning and Policy at the University of Illinois Chicago, focusing on community...
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