For Release: Friday, May 11th, 2001
Contact: David Gillies: 202-225-5661
TRIO GRANTS AWARDED TO 12TH DISTRICT COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES
Washington - U.S. Congressman Jerry Costello (D-IL) announced today that five schools serving the 12th Congressional District have received TRIO grants through the U.S. Department of Education. The funds are under the Student Support Services program, which helps students stay in school until completion of their baccalaureate degree. Participants receive tutoring, counseling, and instruction.
School |
Amount |
Governors State University |
$213,096 |
John A. Logan College |
$231,247 |
Lewis and Clark Community College |
$228,284 |
Southern Illinois University-Carbondale |
$216,454 |
Southwestern Illinois College |
$190,000 |
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