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Increasing Access to Education
Initiatives

For many low-income workers, accessing the information and services they need to complete a college degree can be challenging. For these students, intensive, easy-to-access student services are the key to educational and career success. The Clear Connections Project (CCP) works with colleges, community organizations, and policymakers to improve student services and increase investment in Illinois' community college students.

Resources and Publications
Strategies for Success
A curriculum guide designed to help colleges and community-based organizations engage more adult education and credit students in career exploration before beginning programs of study.

Building Illinois' Workforce of the Future
A policy brief that identifies barriers to college completion, and recommends changes that colleges, state agencies, and policymakers can implement.

Promising Practices: Truman College Incentive Program
Colleges across Illinois are already implementing innovative programs to improve completion rates. Truman College's Incentive Program helps adult education students successfully transition to college-level coursework.

Membership Materials
Interested in learning more or becoming a member?
Vision and Principles
Q&A Page
Membership Agreement
Member List

To join Clear Connections or for more information, email Meegan Dugan Bassett, or call her at (312) 782-3902, x249.