Education
July 22, 2019
Too many people are struggling to make payments on burdensome student loans even though there are federal programs available to help.
Issues:Education
July 17, 2019
Two months after a congressional committee held an emotional, sometimes-combative hearing on Chemawa Indian School, the Oregon representatives leading improvement efforts see few signs of progress.
Issues:EducationHealth Care
July 5, 2019
We agree that the Federal Work-Study program is in need of significant reform, but the Department’s proposal will remove statutory guardrails from the program and will allow federal financial aid to flow to private employers without needed transparency.
Issues:Education
June 28, 2019
The Trump administration’s decision to rescind the Gainful Employment rule puts students at risk while letting for-profit institutions off the hook for low-quality programs.
Issues:Education
June 27, 2019
Strong consumer protection laws are critical to making sure that investments in higher education lead students to a better future.
Issues:Education
June 19, 2019
Integrating arts and design into STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) creates more inclusive classrooms and inspires students to be more innovative.
Issues:Education
June 17, 2019
U.S. Rep. Suzanne Bonamici, a graduate of Lane Community College in Eugene, shared her experience and advice Friday with graduates of Clatsop Community College.
The college awarded more than 150 degrees and career certificates at Patriot Hall. The Oregon Democrat was the most high-profile politician to give the keynote speech at graduation since Gov. Kate Brown, who spoke in 2015.
Issues:Education
June 6, 2019
Students with disabilities who have worked hard to get to college should be able to access all of the services they need without having to overcome burdensome, expensive hurdles.
Issues:Education
May 22, 2019
During my years of work as a consumer protection attorney, I learned firsthand how strong consumer protection laws help to keep Americans financially secure.
Issues:Consumer ProtectionEducation
May 20, 2019
Stronger CAPTA is an important step toward making sure that all children grow up in a safe and healthy environment that allows them to reach their full potential.
Issues:Education