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President Obama Names New Leadership to the White House Initiative on Historically Black Colleges and Universities
Posted by on September 12, 2013 at 3:55 PM EDTIt is an exciting day at the White House, and across the country, as President Obama names two dynamic new leaders to head the White House Initiative on Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Dr. George Cooper will begin this week as the Initiative’s Executive Director, and Dr. Ivory Toldson will serve as Deputy Director.
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Michelle's Story: This Is Why College Affordability Is So Important
Posted by on September 6, 2013 at 11:26 AM EDTWhen President Obama traveled to Syracuse, NY a few weeks back, we met with Michelle -- a single mother, who pursued higher education so that she and her kids could have a better life. But paying back her those loans hasn't been easy.
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Helping More STEM Students get College-Ready
Posted by on August 28, 2013 at 11:41 AM EDTPresident Obama has emphasized that “higher education is still the best ticket to upward mobility in America.” More and more, well-paying jobs—especially those in the science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields—require education or training after high school. Educating the next generation of scientists, engineers, inventors, and entrepreneurs is critical to the continued leadership of United States.
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Weekly Address: Making Higher Education More Affordable for the Middle Class
Posted by on August 24, 2013 at 6:00 AM EDTIn his weekly address, President Obama notes that while college education has never been more important, it has also never been more expensive, which is why he proposed major new reforms this week to make college more affordable for middle class families and those fighting to get into the middle class.
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The President’s Plan to Tackle College Costs – An Early Look at What Stakeholders are Saying
Posted by on August 23, 2013 at 6:20 PM EDTHere’s a look at some of the initial reviews coming in from the higher education community, lawmakers and other stakeholders about President Obama's ambitious new agenda to combat rising college costs, make college more affordable, and improve value for students and their families.
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Regional Roundup: College Affordability Bus Tour
Posted by on August 23, 2013 at 2:08 PM EDTRead press coverage of President Obama's ambitious agenda to tackle rising college costs, make college more affordable, and improve value for students and families
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Check Out Secretary of Education Arne Duncan's Google+ Hangout with Sal Khan
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President Obama Explains His Plan to Combat Rising College Costs
Posted by on August 22, 2013 at 3:00 PM EDTAt the University at Buffalo, the State University of New York, President Obama outlines his plan to combat the soaring costs of higher education.
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Join a Conversation with Education Secretary Duncan and Sal Khan
Posted by on August 22, 2013 at 1:34 PM EDTSecretary Duncan will join a virtual conversation with Sal Khan, founder of Khan Academy, to talk about the future of education. Ask your questions, and watch the interview.
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White House Office Hours: College Affordability
Posted by on August 21, 2013 at 6:36 PM EDTDuring a live Q&A on Twitter Deputy Communications Director Katie Beirne-Fallon and Deputy Director of the Domestic Policy Council James Kvaal will answer your questions about President Obama's plan to keep the cost of college within reach for middle-class families.
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