Driving Equitable Opportunity and Learner Success
Student-Success Efforts Can Pay Off on the Job Market, Study Finds - March 9, 2026. The Chronicle of Higher Education. By Sophia Bailly. "The National Institute for Student Success at Georgia State University and the Burning Glass..."
With an economy in flux, more southern Oregon students are choosing hands-on education - March 8, 2026. OPB. By Jane Vaughn. "Once a week, 18-year-old Eleanor Rodriguez starts high school at 6 a.m..."
Mt. Hood Community College hosts 220 high schoolers for summit - March 6, 2026. The Outlook Online. By Christopher Keizur. "An East Multnomah County event that connects local high schoolers with career and training programs was held earlier this month..."
University of Oregon receives $20M grant to support students with disabilities - March 3, 2026. KTVZ.com. By Kelsey Merison. "The University of Oregon received a $20 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education to support youth with disabilities..."
Affordable Access
Lane Community College Board raises tuition, approves mitigation plan - March 6, 2026. KLCC.org. By Rachael McDonald. "Lane Community College’s Board of Education approved a mitigation plan Wednesday to cope with projected financial deficits..."
KCC and SOU partnership makes education degrees accessible, affordable - March 3, 2026. Lake County Examiner. By Special to the Examiner. "Students in the Klamath Basin who dream of becoming elementary school teachers no longer need..."
Responding to State, Community and Economic Needs
Umpqua Community College announces pharmacy transfer partnership with Pacific University - March 10, 2026. KPIC.com. By News Staff. "Umpqua Community College (UCC) has launched a new partnership with Pacific University designed to help students..."
KCC-OIT Global Engagement Forum focuses on economic benefits of exchange programs - March 9, 2026. Herald and News. By Special to the Herald and News. "Encouraging students to explore the world and understanding the economic impact exchange..."
Lane Community College Recognized by 'Achieving the Dream' as a 2026 Leader College - March 5, 2026. KVAL.com. By News Staff. "Lane Community College announced Thursday that it has been designated a 2026 Leader College by Achieving the Dream (ATD),..."
Expanded transportation education program in the works for RCC students - February 26, 2026. KOBI5.com. By Maximus Osburn. "Students at Rogue Community College (RCC) will have more opportunities when it comes to pursuing..."
Funding and Policy Developments - State and National
Portland Community College faculty and staff commence historic strike over wages, March 11, 2026, OPB, By Tiffany Camhi. "After 11 months of failed contract negotiations, hundreds of Portland Community College faculty and classified staff say they are ready to strike...."
Higher ed in Oregon gets legislative wins, while big K-12 money questions mostly shelved- March 10, 2026. OPB. By Tiffany Camhi and Elizabeth Miller. "Education bills on immigration, attendance and some emergency..."
Portland State declares financial crisis, reveals plan to cut or reduce 19 departments - March 9, 2026. OPB. By Tiffany Camhi. "Portland State’s announcement Monday lays the groundwork for a process that could result in a massive restructuring of the university..."
Oregon lawmakers move to review public colleges, explore restructuring - March 6, 2026. Higher Ed Dive. By Natalie Schwartz. "They passed a bill that would mandate a study of the state’s institutions to recommend ways to put them on better financial footing..."
Oregon lawmakers approve $15M lifeline for Southern Oregon University - March 6, 2026. KDRV.com. By Samantha Kadera. "Oregon lawmakers have approved a $15 million funding package to help stabilize the finances of Southern Oregon University,..."
PSU names Robert Williams Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs- March 6, 2026. Portland State University. By University Communications. "Portland State University announced its next Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs..."
Oregon lawmakers pass ICE alert bill. What does it mean for schools? - March 5, 2026. The Register-Guard. By Miranda Cyr and Tracy Loew. "Student groups and labor unions rejoiced after the Oregon Legislature passed a bills..."
OED proposes sweeping reform plan to fix long wait times, claim backlogs- March 5, 2026. KATU.com. By KATU staff. "The Oregon Employment Department (OED) is proposing one of the most sweeping overhauls in its recent history, unveiling..."
The University of Oregon thought its DEI dispute was resolved. The federal government disagrees - March 5, 2026. The Oregonian/OregonLive. By Julia Silverman. "Late last month, with little fanfare, the Office of Civil Rights at the U.S. Department of Education..."
Public Colleges Are Finally Learning to Share- March 4, 2026. The Chronicle of Higher Education. By Lee Gardner. "Too many campuses and a dwindling number of students to populate them: That’s a problem familiar to many public systems of higher education..."
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