Press Releases
Press Releases
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MCAN responds to Michigan's fiscal year 2024 budget
June 28, 2023
State budget agreement features bold investments in postsecondary access and success
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Higher education and workforce leader John Kaczynski joins MCAN Board of Directors
May 24, 2023
Newest board member brings nearly two decades of postsecondary education experience to new role
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MCAN awards over $95,000 in grants to high schools and community-based organizations
May 10, 2023
Funding supports college access activities at 97 sites across the state
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MCAN responds to introduction of Alleviating Intergenerational Debt (AID) Act
April 28, 2023
Yesterday, in Washington, D.C., Rep. Haley Stevens (MI-11) introduced a bill titled the Alleviating Intergenerational Debt (AID) Act. This legislation would amend the Student Aid Index formula to include outstanding parental student loan debt.
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MCAN awards $60,000 to Otsego College Access Network
April 27, 2023
Funding will support college access efforts in Gaylord area
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MCAN awards $60,000 to Mason County College Access Network
April 13, 2023
Funds will support FAFSA completion efforts and communication highlighting the value of college
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MCAN presents college affordability recommendations to Senate Appropriations Subcommittee
March 15, 2023
Ryan Fewins-Bliss, MCAN executive director, provided testimony at the March 15 meeting of the Michigan Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Universities and Community Colleges.
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MCAN receives $1.425 million in grant funding from Kresge and Leinweber foundations
February 16, 2023
Michigan-based foundations bolster MCAN’s capacity to increase college access and success
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MCAN Responds to the Tragedy at Michigan State University
February 14, 2023
Last night’s tragedy at Michigan State University is the latest example of violence and threats disrupting educational opportunities for Michigan students. Our students, educators, and support staff deserve to feel safe in their communities.