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.
Richard J. Daley College – Mobilizing Holistic Support to Ensure Student Retention and Success in a Time of Crisis
The Partnership for College Completion (PCC) is preparing to convene the Illinois Equity in Attainment Initiative (ILEA) community for 2nd Annual Equity Institute, running February 24-25, 2022. The...
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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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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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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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