We are a growing community of advocates calling on Illinois to ensure that its public universities have enough resources to adequately serve EVERY student.
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While we are deeply disappointed that the SB13/HB1581 did not advance and MAP investments held steady, we're steadfast in our commitment to the institutions, students, and communities across #Illinois who cannot afford continued inaction: transformhigheredil.org/reso…
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Higher ed funding is not one-size-fits all. From Chicago to Carbondale, #SB13/HB1581 is the funding approach that serves every learner and every institution equitably.
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Imagine what thousands more graduates per year could bring to IL. The path to equitable higher ed funding is clear. Be bold and support #SB13/HB1581. Higher education is a public good, it’s time IL treats it as such
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Coalition for Transforming Higher Ed Funding retweeted
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Public higher education changes lives — but behind every degree is a story of sacrifice, resilience, and opportunity.
Across Illinois, students, university leaders, and legislators are coming together to share what’s at stake when higher education becomes harder to access — and what becomes possible when we invest in students, families, and our future.
This is more than a conversation about college. It’s a conversation about the future of Illinois.
🎥 Investing in Public Higher Education is a Public Good. Step inside the stories driving the fight for equitable higher education funding, and click the link urging lawmakers to pass SB13/HB1581 tinyurl.com/4pshmn93.
#HigherEducation #Illinois #PublicGood #CollegeAccess #HigherEd #EducationMatters
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#MAP is one of the most powerful vehicles for equitably making college affordable. 58% of MAP receipts are first gen and 55% are low-income. Increase investments by $71M to ensure every student of every background can access college
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Investing in our students is an investment in our state’s success. #SB13/HB1581 could help graduate tens of thousands additional graduate who could stabilize our economy by adding an estimated $691M in state tax revenue
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Support students who need it most. A $71M increase in MAP would help ensure college is affordable and that every eligible student receives funding. #MAP #TransformILHigherEd
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Illinois has disinvested in higher ed for decades. #SB13/HB1581 is our blueprint to do right by our students, with adequacy, equity, and sustainability at the forefront.
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#Highered transforms lives and communities in Illinois. Let's ensure every student can afford and access college. Supporting SB13/HB1581 and increased MAP funding is supporting student success #TransformILHigherEd
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Coalition for Transforming Higher Ed Funding retweeted
Higher education in Illinois should be an opportunity for all. 🤝
Thank you to everyone who made yesterday possible. Stay tuned for more coverage from the @TransformILHE 2026 Higher Education Advocacy Day! #TransformILHigherEd
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🎥 It’s time to #TransformILHigherEd! Tune in now for a live look at the 2026 Higher Education Advocacy Day Rally: facebook.com/share/v/1JqCyhm…
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Coalition for Transforming Higher Ed Funding retweeted
Meet PCC student influencer, Maya McGrew! A member of this year’s Student Advisory Council, Maya will be joining PCC in Springfield on April 16th for Higher Education Advocacy Day, hosted by @TransformILHE.
Stay tuned for more! 🙌 #TransformILHigherEd
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We applaud the Committee passage of HB 1581 as a step toward a more equitable, student-centered funding model for Illinois' public universities to address disparities in #HigherEducation. Read our collective statement: transformhigheredil.org/reso…
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Advocates from @WesternILUniv and other institutions are gathering in Springfield for Higher Education Advocacy Day, calling for more equitable #highered funding practices and policies. Learn more about our grassroots efforts in coverage by @TriStatesPR: buff.ly/6ZpKNcN
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Want to get involved? Register for Advocacy Day on April 16th. See you in Springfield! 👋 transformhigheredil.org/even…
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ACT NOW! ✅ On Thursday, 3/26, the IL House Higher Education Appropriation Committee will vote on HB1581, the Adequate and Equitable Funding Formula sponsored by @StateRepAmmons.
Submit a witness slip in support of HB1581 with our steps below! buff.ly/Wx3ZMvV
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Join us and @SIUAlumni on April 1 (4:30–6 PM) in SIU Carbondale’s Student Center for a discussion on #SB 13/HB 1581: The Adequate & Equitable Public University Funding Act. Hear from President Mahony & advocates.
In-person virtual options available. bit.ly/4r9KIZ3
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Be a part of something powerful! Use your voice to advocate for equitable #highered opportunities in Illinois. 🗣️
Join us Thursday, April 16, in Springfield for the 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐜𝐲 𝐃𝐚𝐲! Learn more & register: bit.ly/26HigherEdAdvocacyDay
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We are urging @GovPritzker & the Illinois General Assembly to act NOW to invest in our #highereducation system–an investment that will pay lasting dividends for our state’s economy and communities.
🔗 transformhigheredil.org/reso…
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