What an interesting day we educators had at the Advocacy training Sunday, March 4 and the NACAC Advocacy Day Monday, March 5 on the Hill in D.C. as we contemplated issues concerning access and equity in higher education. Since it appears that President Trump’s new budget will include significant cuts, we want to protect funds for education, and especially counseling, because research demonstrates that students who receive academic, career, and college counseling are more successful than those who do not. We support full funding for Title IV, Part A with the block grant for all areas of education. In addition, we hope to secure the Bridge Act for DACA students to ensure stability for them and their families. We also support HR-977 to put counselors where they are most needed and in areas where they do not exist. We support international students who increase our cultural awareness and broaden our global viewpoints while simultaneously contributing to our American economy. Thanks to all who attended and contributed to the success of this day.
We would like to thank the following PCACAC members that represented the Government Relations Committee at the NACAC Advocacy Day on the Hill yesterday:
Left to right in front Tara Nicola and Christine Dougan
Left to right Jayne Fonash, Katie McEnroe, Ginger Miller Chair, Robyn Lady, Anthony Ambrogi, Scott Anderson, Kevin Terry, and David Burge
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