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Yingling Helps Students, Families Navigate Financial Aid Process

Oct 9, 2019 | Yingling

ROUND LAKE BEACH, Ill. – Students and their families had the opportunity to learn more about the college financial aid process at the College Affordability and FAFSA Seminar, sponsored by state Rep. Sam Yingling, D-Grayslake, on Monday, Oct. 7. Yingling partnered with...

Hernandez Legislation to Ensure Equity for All Illinois Students Heads to Governor

May 14, 2019 | Hernandez L

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – After over four years of work, state Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, passed legislation through both chambers that would ensure state financial aid is available to all Illinois students regardless of race, immigration status or gender...

Smith Sponsors Legislation to Fight Hunger Problem for College Students

May 14, 2019 | Smith

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Nicholas Smith, D-Chicago, is sponsoring legislation requiring colleges to notify students who are eligible to receive benefits under the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). “Many college students face tough choices between...

Slaughter Backs College Savings Program for Illinois Children

Apr 12, 2019 | Slaughter

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To continue his efforts to make higher education more accessible, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, recently supported legislation to create a college savings program for all newborn Illinois residents.“We must invest in our children and...