Virtual Advocacy Day Puts Students at the Center
For Illinois college students like PCC Student Advisory Council member Angelina Furlan, Monetary Award Program (MAP) grant funding can make or break the decision to go to a...
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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.
Special from the PCC Higher Ed Policy Quarterly: An Interview with Deputy Governor for Education Martin Torres
Deputy Governor for Education Martin Torres has been a champion of education in Illinois for many years, previously serving as First Assistant Deputy Governor for Education in...
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Governor Pritzker’s Historic FY23 Budget Proposal Paves a Pathway to Increased College Access and Affordability
If last year’s budget address brought a feeling of relief, today’s budget address evoked hope. The Governor’s proposed investment of $122 million in additional state financial aid will...
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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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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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College Student Success Amid A Crisis is Possible. A More Affordable and Equitable Higher Ed System Helps Ensure More Students Can Realize that Success.
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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