University funding overhaul bill advances in House despite U of I opposition
Proposed need-based funding formula would prioritize which schools get most new money.
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Illinois Supreme Court travels to Macomb to hear cases on pretrial release, student transportation
Illinois high court hits the road, evoking traditions dating back to medieval England and early American history.
Education union, students call on governor to release higher education funding
Lawmakers approved a 2% increase to be distributed only after the governor approves them in writing.
Illinois to roll out direct admissions program for most state universities
Illinois universities will offer a direct admissions program for high-achieving Illinois students among other new laws.
Despite victories, major higher education policy bills stall in General Assembly
The recent legislative session concluded without passage of a bill to establish a new formula for funding public universities.
Senate leaders split on community college bachelor’s degree proposal
Two Democratic leaders disagreed on the governor’s community college four-year degree plan this week.
Plan to overhaul higher education funding meets U of I opposition
A plan to overhaul funding of public universities in Illinois is drawing opposition from the U of I system.
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