The Institute for College Access & Success

10/20/2026

Curious how your institution or program might fare under the new federal accountability metric? Our partners at the PEER Center have released a tool that lets you explore what the current data shows for your institution or program.

Explore the tool here: https://buff.ly/MLSFDI4

Check out our online Earnings-Based Accountability Explorer at peer-center.org to estimate the impacts of new federal earnings-based accountability rules by state, institution, program of study, control, and more. On July 1, a new federal accountability framework for higher education program

10/20/2026

We’re thrilled to welcome Dr. Courtney B. Morris to our Leaders of Color Fellowship Program!

Dr. Courtney B. Morris’ work focuses on expanding educational opportunity and strengthening pathways for students, families, and communities. As an educator, scholar, and higher education leader, she is passionate about college access and completion, student success, family engagement, and community-centered development.

We’re excited to have Dr. Courtney B. Morris as part of this fellowship cohort and look forward to the impact she will make. Learn more about Dr. Morris here: https://buff.ly/Eol0SLa

10/20/2026

We’re thrilled to welcome Terricina Jackson to our Leaders of Color Fellowship!

Terricina Jackson’s work centers on special education advocacy, literacy, youth development, disability inclusion, and connecting families to resources and opportunities. As an Education Liaison and community advocate, she is committed to creating stronger connections between schools, families, and communities.

We’re excited to have Terricina Jackson as part of this fellowship cohort and look forward to the impact she will make. Learn more about Terricina here: https://buff.ly/Ci8amY7

10/19/2026

This year, TICAS worked with Asm. Irwin to pass AB 1534, creating a more deliberative approval process with key consumer protections for Workforce Pell programs. See the first comment for the press release.

Tomorrow, the California Student Aid Commission (CSAC) will host a webinar on Workforce Pell application and eligibility requirements ahead of the state application portal launch on October 21.

▶️ Learn more about Workforce Pell Applications from CSAC: https://buff.ly/NwLsrX1
▶️ Register for the Workforce Pell webinar: https://buff.ly/QLLPYDp

10/19/2026

We’re thrilled to welcome Jamillya Hardley to our Leaders of Color Fellowship Program!

Jamillya Hardley’s work focuses on advancing equity, belonging, and student success for historically underserved populations. As the Director of the Woodrick Center for Inclusion and Multicultural Affairs at Grand Rapids Community College, she is passionate about creating inclusive spaces and systems of support that help students feel seen, supported, and empowered to succeed.

We’re excited to have Jamillya Hardley as part of this fellowship cohort and look forward to the impact she will make. Learn more about Jamillya here: https://buff.ly/odiCGuA

10/19/2026

We’re excited to share our 2026-27 Leaders of Color Fellowship Cohort!

Through our MI Leaders of Color Fellowship, practitioners and leaders across Michigan build policy research, analysis, and advocacy skills while exploring ways to strengthen their engagement in higher education policymaking.

We’re looking forward to learning from this year’s fellows and supporting their work to help shape policies that better serve students and communities across Michigan. https://buff.ly/67ec9cN

10/18/2026

Your experience with higher ed can help shape a better system. Share your experience here: buff.ly/yZ5iqF8

10/16/2026

We’re thrilled to welcome Zahra to our 2026-27 Student Fellow Cohort!

Zahra wishes people knew that students are not just affected by higher education policy, we are living it. She wants students to have a seat at the table and meaningful opportunities to share their experiences, perspectives, and ideas.

We’re excited to have Zahra as part of this fellowship cohort and look forward to the impact she will make. Learn more about Zahra here: https://buff.ly/gOI4LM5

10/15/2026

We’re thrilled to welcome Vanessa to our 2026-27 Student Fellow Cohort!

Vanessa wishes people knew that pursuing higher education in Michigan can be challenging, especially for students who are unfamiliar with how the college system works. For students whose second language is English, clear communication and support can make a big difference.

We’re excited to have Vanessa as part of this fellowship cohort and look forward to the impact she will make. Learn more about Vanessa here: https://buff.ly/3KcLWkj

10/14/2026

We’re thrilled to welcome Sherie to our 2026-27 Student Fellow Cohort!

Sherie wishes people knew that many people simply don’t know higher education programs exist, where to find information, or who to ask for help. She believes sharing this information and connecting students with high school advisors and college financial aid offices can help more Michigan residents earn a degree.

We’re excited to have Sherie as part of this fellowship cohort and look forward to the impact she will make. Learn more about Sherie here: https://buff.ly/4J0lO5k