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A recent LeadMN survey of 7700 community and technical college students shows that 90% of students struggle to pay for higher education. LeadMN Treasurer Marcelus Ifonlaja shares his concerns about college affordability.

A new community college grant program proposed by MN House Democrats would cover tuition for Minnesotans of certain income levels.

Minnesota State College and University faculty have nominated 20 students who are well-deserving to receive the Mark M. Welter World Citizen Award.  Each student will receive the $500 Mark M. Welter World Citizen Award for 2022 Spring Semester.

LeadMN President Axel Kylander and Vice President David Mesta testified in front of the Minnesota State Board of Trustees about the need for an independent review of the system's racial discrimination and harassment policy and for greater oversight by the Board of Trustees in regards to complaints against presidents and their employment contracts.

LeadMN President, Axel Kylander testifies in support of adding faculty counselors at every campus, Senator Smith introduces a permanent emergency grant bill, Minnesota State receives $6 million from Congress for projects, and other important federal higher education updates.