Tag Archives: Affordability

Duncan Discusses College Affordability During Florida Town Halls

Posted on January 30, 2012 by Cameron Brenchley

“The way we’re going to bring in and keep the great jobs in this country is by having the most educated workforce,” Secretary Duncan said last week at a town hall in Pembroke Pines, Fla. Speaking with a large group … Continue reading →

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Affording College? Maybe it IS a reality!

Posted on January 24, 2012 by Guest Blogger

Ed. Note: Chanda Kropp is a high school Spanish teacher in Hutchinson, Minn., and a 2010 Mom Congress Delegate. Here she shares her impressions from a recent town hall in Minneapolis. I must admit, the thought has crossed my mind many … Continue reading →

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Minnesota Town Halls Focus on College Affordability and FAFSA

Posted on January 23, 2012 by Cameron Brenchley

Secretary Duncan travelled to the Minneapolis area last Friday to host two town hall meetings with teachers, parents, students, and national, state and local leaders. Arne started the day speaking with students at South High School in Minneapolis about the … Continue reading →

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Making College More Affordable

Posted on January 19, 2012 by Cameron Brenchley

Vice President Joe Biden and Secretary of Education Arne Duncan are traveling the country hosting conversations nationwide addressing the cost of college tuition and student debt on American families. Watch the Video:

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Keeping College Within Reach

Posted on January 13, 2012 by Cameron Brenchley

“What college you go to may be one of the least important decisions in your life,” said Vice President Joe Biden yesterday in Ohio. “It’s deciding to go that is the most,” he said. Secretary Duncan joined Biden at Lincoln … Continue reading →

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