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NEWS CLIPS
AUGUST 22, 2024
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Weekly postsecondary education and training news from the State of Oregon, Higher Education Coordinating Commission (HECC) |
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HECC Events and Resources |
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Register Now: "Point of View" Oregon Adult Basic Skills Conference, November 4-5
The HECC is pleased to announce that the annual Oregon Adult Basic Skills (ABS) Conference will be held on November 4-5, 2024, in Salem, Oregon, and registration is open. The theme of this year's conference is "Point of View," emphasizing the importance of recognizing and valuing diverse perspectives of adult learners and those pursuing high school equivalency. The Oregon Adult Basic Skills Conference is an annual event that brings together professionals committed to advancing Adult Basic Skills and high school equivalency education.
Register Now: 2024 ASPIRE Conferences, October 16 and October 18
We are pleased to announce that registration is open for the ASPIRE Fall Conference, an annual event organized by the HECC Office of Student Access and Completion (OSAC) that brings together professionals committed to advancing college and career mentoring and access. In 2024, we will hold two ASPIRE conference events—one in Eugene and one in Bend. Among many exciting workshops, sessions will focus on financial aid and scholarships, supporting students with the FAFSA or ORSAA, supporting students interested in apprenticeships and trades, supporting middle school programs, and the role of artificial intelligence in career and college readiness.
Reminder: Encourage Students to Complete the FAFSA or ORSAA
Please continue to support students in completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the Oregon Student Aid Application (ORSAA). It's not too late for students to apply for aid and pursue their college goals. Please remind students and their parents to ensure the FAFSA is completed, signed, and submitted by all contributors. Resources an be found at the links below.
In addition to the FAFSA or ORSAA, multiple programs require additional applications: go to OregonStudentAid.gov for application information.
OSAC Student Grant Reminders - Learn More at OregonStudentAid.gov
Oregon Tribal Student Grant: The 2024-25 application for the Oregon Tribal Student Grant is now open! Both new and renewal students planning to attend college in the 2024-25 academic year can apply now.
Summer Term ONGSTA: Oregon National Guard State Tuition Assistance grant has received additional funding to allow for 2024 Summer Term aid. Please submit your 2024 Summer Term application ASAP.
Upcoming Public Meetings or Hearings
Public comment on agenda topics is welcomed at all public meetings. Sign up to receive notices by email here.
- August 23, 2024, OregonServes Commission
- August 27, 2024, Sexual Misconduct Survey Council Survey Writing Subcommittee
- August 29, 2024, Sexual Misconduct Survey Council
- September 19, 2024, Notice of Proposed Rulemaking Hearing Chapter 575
Related to Clarifying Oregon Opportunity Grant funding process and enabling awards for persistence and completion
- September 19, 2204, Notice of Proposed Rulemaking Hearing Chapter 715
Related to Updating the Tuition Protection Fund (TPF) to strengthen protection for resident Oregon students
- September 19, 2024, Notice of Proposed Rulemaking Hearing, Chapter 583 & 715
Related to Updated transcript standards for authorized schools in Oregon per ORS 350.210 & Updated transcript withholding rules for Private Career Schools per ORS 350.210
- September 19, 2024, Notice of Proposed Rulemaking Hearing Chapter 583
Related to Aligning Degree Authorization Exemption Rules with Statute
- September 20, 2024, Notice of Proposed Rulemaking Hearing, Chapter 589, Related to Community College Funding Distribution
- September 20, 2024, Notice of Proposed Rulemaking Hearing
Chapter 715 Related to Establishment of Common Course Numbering and Articulation Policies
- September 20, 2024, Notice of Proposed Rulemaking Hearing
Chapter 589 Related to Repealing Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Nondiscrimination Plan rule due to superseding federal regulation
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Grant and Contract Opportunities
For information on grant and contract opportunities with the HECC please visit Grant and Contract Opportunities here.
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Recent News from across the Postsecondary Landscape |
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Equity and Student Success
Youth from migrant families hone skills in leadership event - August 21, 2024. Malheur Enterprise. By Steven Mitchell. "Migrant and farm family students from Malheur County attended a leadership summit at Eastern Oregon University on Saturday, Aug. 10...."
Oregon higher ed advocates hail baby steps to propel more high school grads to college, career training, but call for more urgency, August 17, 2024. Oregonian/OregonLive.com. By Sam Edge. "Starting with this fall’s sophomore class, all Oregon high school students will...."
Affordability
Learner Pathways, Economic and Community Development
How an innovative community program is preparing people for the workforce - August 22, 2024, KGW.com. Sponsored content by Mt. Hood CC. Interview on Construction Pathway for English Language Learners (CPELL).
Most community college students plan to get 4-year degrees. Few actually do. August 22, 2024. NPR national story also published by KLCC, Jefferson Public Radio. By Dylan Peers McCoy. "Ever since he was a kid, Tyre’k Swanigan dreamed of going to Indiana University..."
OSU Oregon Coastal Futures Project recognized with national engagement award- August 22, 2024. OSU Press Release. "A transdisciplinary team of Oregon State University researchers, Extension specialists and students dedicated to helping coastal communities adapt..."
Oregon State University enrollment is likely to grow -- for the 28th straight year - August 21, 2024. KLCC. By Karen Richards. "While the numbers won’t be final until school starts in late September, Oregon State University looks to have a record number of students this fall..."
BMCC Equine Center is taking shape, August 19, 2024, ElkHorn Media Group, By Terry Murry. "People can now see what the Blue Mountain Community College Equine Center will look like. It’s going up just west of the Pendleton Convention Center..."
Oregon’s Regional Universities Build Strategic International Partnership in Taiwan, August 14, 2024, Joint announcement by EOU, OIT, SOU, and WOU. "The Presidents of Oregon’s public polytechnic and regional universities (TRUs)... signed a memorandum...."
Leadership, Funding, and Policy
College Approves Contract with New President. August 22, 2024. The Daily Astorian. By Rebecca Norden-Bright. "The Clatsop Community College Board voted Tuesday to authorize a presidential contract with Jarrod Hogue..."
Oregon Coast CC president candidates begin interview process Monday- August 22, 2024. Yachats News. "The three finalists to become the third president of Oregon Coast Community College will go through a two-day interview process with the college board,..."
[Opinion Letter] Proposed higher education budget fails students, August 21, 2024. Oregonian/OregonLive.com. By Audrey Schlotter, Mariam Hassan and Brenda Rocio Martinez. "Earlier this month, the Higher Education Coordinating Commission approved..."
Oregon wraps up $30 million summer learning investments as students prepare for new year - August 19, 2024. OPB. By Natalie Pate. "Summer break is almost over, and with it comes the end of summer school. Oregon lawmakers invested $30 million in this season’s efforts,..."
WOU teams with Chemeketa CCC for expedited master program - August 18, 2024. Polk County Itemizer Observer. "Western Oregon University and Chemeketa Community College recently established a streamlined path with additional academic resources..."
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About Recent News
The Higher Education Coordinating Commission (HECC) NEWS CLIPS section on News from across the Postsecondary Education and Training Landscape contains links to news content that contains information created, published, maintained, or otherwise posted by institutions or organizations independent of the HECC. These clips feature a selection of recent postsecondary education and related news links, from reputable, non-partisan media sources and institutional partners. We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, efficacy, or timeliness of information available via these links.
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