The University of Vermont & State Agricultural College (UVM) was awarded a $1,999,000 Project Grant from the U.S. Department of Education's Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education (FIPSE) program. The grant, titled "UNIVERSITY ASSISTED COMMUNITY SCHOOLS: CATAMOUNT COMMUNITY SCHOOLS COLLABORATIVE (CCSC) PROGRAM", will fund a 3-year initiative to enhance the quality, accessibility, and effectiveness of postsecondary education in the Burlington, VT area. Key products and services to be delivered under this award include:
- Developing innovative educational strategies and programs to address critical challenges in higher education, with a focus on underserved populations, student success, and emerging educational needs.
- Implementing a collaborative community schools initiative to improve postsecondary access and support services for students in the Catamount region.
- Conducting research, training, and outreach activities to advance the FIPSE program's objectives of institutional reform and expanding postsecondary opportunities.
The grant will leverage UVM's expertise in areas such as STEM education, rural health access, and workforce development to deliver a comprehensive set of activities addressing postsecondary challenges in the local community. The award commences on Sep 1, 2024 and is scheduled for completion by Aug 31, 2027.
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