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MCAN launches comprehensive, statewide 2020 Decision Day activities for high school seniors

April 27, 2020

This initiative features new, virtual and other unique efforts to celebrate college-bound students during the global pandemic.

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Gov. Whitmer recognizes 13 Michigan high schools for outstanding 2020 FAFSA completion rates

April 16, 2020

Three schools received $10,000 in cash awards as part of the governor’s FAFSA Challenge.

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Michigan College Access Network welcomes two new directors

April 14, 2020

Director of Community Mobilization Strategy and Director of Service Strategy to join the team.

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MCAN invests $10,000 to help Alpena high school students earn college credits

April 13, 2020

Grant will focus on training more instructors to offer additional college courses virtually.

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MCAN Commends Gov. Whitmer, Calls for Focus on College-Going Students During COVID-19 Crisis

April 9, 2020

The following is a statement from Ryan Fewins-Bliss, executive director of MCAN.

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MCAN presents grant opportunities to postsecondary initiatives affected by COVID-19 global pandemic

April 7, 2020

Funding will support areas of need to assist with college readiness, enrollment and completion.

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Michigan College Access Network receives $30,000 from Community Foundation of Southeast Michigan

January 31, 2020

$30,000 grant from Community Foundation of Southeast Michigan will support college access for undocumented students in Michigan.

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MCAN receives $150,000 grant from Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation

December 9, 2019

The Michigan College Access Network (MCAN) has received a $150,000 grant from the Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation. This grant will support college readiness, enrollment and completion activities to help MCAN make progress toward the “Sixty by 30” goal.

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College Cash Campaign kicks off statewide with support from Gov. Whitmer

December 2, 2019

The campaign aims for a 75% FAFSA completion rate for 2020 high school graduates.