Local News
$2.3M education grant for Vincennes University
Vincennes, Indiana – In order to support its TRIO Upward Bound program, Vincennes University is receiving $2.3 million from the U.S. Department of Education.
According to the university, the funding will help serve populations of first-generation and income-eligible high school students who want to pursue a college education.
The program, which serves 12 southwest Indiana high schools, will receive nearly $450,000 each year for a five-year cycle.
“This grant will help potential first-generation college students advance their education at a two-year or four-year college,” VU Upward Bound Director Lisa Spivey said. “Navigating the college preparation process can be a daunting task, and Upward Bound activities can make this a much smoother process for students.”
The funding will ultimately support program offerings including academic advising, financial literacy, and assistance with financial aid applications, among others.
According to VU, Upward Bound also offers enrichment and cultural activities during the academic year.
Upward Bound students can earn 12 semester hours of college credit at VU if they meet certain requirements, as part of the program.
-
Local News2 weeks ago
Farm Stop Collective Bloomington: Supporting regional farmers and food systems
-
Local News2 weeks ago
16 cops are promoted during the IMPD event
-
Local News2 weeks ago
56 years have passed since Kennedy’s speech and the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr.
-
Local News2 weeks ago
The leader of the Indiana House Democrats will run for mayor of Fort Wayne
-
Local News2 weeks ago
Parents and local authorities in Indianapolis respond to curfew
-
Local News2 weeks ago
Resolution on a Gaza ceasefire is passed by the city council, which also condemns antisemitic remarks made by the public
-
Indiana2 weeks ago
Health and Human Services increases loan forgiveness for OBs, midwives who practice in rural areas
-
Local News2 weeks ago
Police dog Kai from Indiana receives an armored vest
Leave a Reply