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Wolf, Lawmakers Shouldn't Cut Grants To Private Colleges, Janet M. Riggs
Wolf, Lawmakers Shouldn't Cut Grants To Private Colleges, Janet M. Riggs
From the Desk of President Riggs
Earlier this week, students from private colleges and universities across the Commonwealth gathered in Harrisburg to meet with legislators and make the case for the importance of the state's commitment to higher education.
More specifically, for state grant programs that help to make college affordable for low- and moderate-income students and their families.
I have a keen interest in making sure that talented students of all income levels have the opportunity to attain a high quality education. [excerpt]
Lincoln’S Legacy And A New Generation Of Leadership, Janet M. Riggs
Lincoln’S Legacy And A New Generation Of Leadership, Janet M. Riggs
From the Desk of President Riggs
One hundred fifty-three years ago our nation was adrift, embroiled in a civil war and grappling with questions about our future. Many had lost hope. In November of 1863 here at Gettysburg, President Abraham Lincoln called upon our nation to rededicate itself to the unfinished work before us—the work of equality, the fulfillment of our democracy, a new birth of freedom. [excerpt]