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University of Illinois System Partners with One Million Degrees to Boost Community College Transfer Rates

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The pilot program, set to launch in spring 2026, will initially serve 240 students across two cohorts from selected Illinois community colleges. These students will receive comprehensive support as they transfer to University of Illinois campuses in Urbana-Champaign, Chicago, and Springfield.

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Report: Immigrants Can Help Reduce Labor Shortage, Community Colleges Can Help

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

In health care], we know over 3 million workers are anticipated needed by 2026. “So, The report’s authors also suggested investing in career service departments and training staff for matters such as cultural competency and certification process knowledge. job search?"

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Four ways for career centers to engage students

Confessions of a Community College Dean

The National Association of Colleges and Employers’ 2022 Student Survey found that graduating seniors who used career center services received more job offers on average, compared to their peers who did not. Create career services champions across campus.

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U.S. Department of Education Revokes Waivers to California and Oregon Universities Using Federal Funding to Provide Services to Illegal Immigrants

Higher Education Inquirer

Under the Biden Administration, the Department approved a P3 waiver allowing illegal immigrants to receive TRIO Program services. Californias waiver began in November 2022 and was set to expire in September 2026. Oregons waiver began in October 2023 and was set to expire in in September 2027.