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June 22, 2022 | Blog Post | J Geiman

As Pell Grants Turn 50, It’s Time for Change 

As we celebrate 50 years of the Pell Grant, we are at a critical moment to ensure the program meets these changing needs now—and in the decades to come. Here are three of CLASP's key recommendations for the future of the program.

June 17, 2022 | Blog Post | Christian Collins

Why Juneteenth’s Promise Must Include Higher Education Investment for Black Men

This Juneteenth, the annual reflection of this country’s historical mistreatment of Black Americans must consider the impact of white supremacy on higher education policy.

May 5, 2022 | News Clip | J Geiman

Could Student Loan Debt Threaten Your Health?

J. Geiman is quoted about how student debt can cause serious mental health tolls--especially for Black students.

April 21, 2022 | Blog Post | Christian Collins

This Community College Month, States Should Follow New Mexico by Increasing Educational Opportunities

April is Community College Month! This blog explains how the New Mexico Opportunity Scholarship Act supports students who attend community colleges.

March 21, 2022 | Press Release

Board of Trustees of the Center for Law and Social Policy Taps Indivar Dutta-Gupta as Executive Director

The Board of Trustees of the Center for Law and Social Policy (CLASP) announces that it has chosen Indivar “Indi” Dutta-Gupta as its next executive director.

February 22, 2022 | Press Release | Olivia Golden

The Center for Law and Social Policy (CLASP) Receives Historic Donation

Release announcing an historic donation from philanthropist, MacKenzie Scott.

February 2, 2022 | Blog Post | Nat Baldino

5 Things Black Workers Need to Know About BBB

Black workers have historically been denied opportunities and forced into high-risk, low-wage industries—especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. 

September 20, 2021 | Blog Post | Molly Bashay

Increase Adult Ed Funding to Meet Need, Drive Economic Recovery

Adult Education and Family Literacy (AEFL) week, which is September 19-25, recognizes the importance of investing in adult education services for workers, families, and our economy.

September 15, 2021 | Press Release | Olivia Golden

New Census Data Show Success of Federal Programs in Addressing Poverty

CLASP responds to latest poverty data showing a drop resulting from federal programs to address the pandemic and recession. Congress must continue this investment through the Build Back Better Act.

August 24, 2021 | News Clip | Molly Bashay

Juggling work and college, Fort Worth area moms refused to let COVID derail their plans

Molly Bashay was quoted about how the typical college student looks different today.

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