01/13/2022
Trudy Leong, Theta Omega Chapter alumna 2015, sharing.
"To continue building back while also prioritizing closing equity gaps in access, persistence, and completion, IBHE is recommending a $58.4 million (+5%) increase in funding allocated to public universities. IBHE is also recommending that these new funds be distributed based on equity, with more funds going to institutions that serve higher percentages and numbers of low-income students. This will allow universities to provide additional academic and social-emotional supports to ensure students’ success, particularly for low-income students and students of color.
IBHE’s budget also recommends a corresponding $13 million (+5%) increase in funding to community colleges, which are central to achieving the equity goals of A Thriving Illinois and play a vital role in meeting the state’s workforce needs. Community colleges contribute more than $3.5 billion and 43,000 jobs annually to the Illinois economy, making an investment in Illinois’ community colleges an investment in our future."
https://www.myradiolink.com/2022/01/11/ibhe-board-approves-higher-education-budget-request-bolstering-equity-driven-strategic-plan/