Pritzker visits ISU to discuss investments in higher education

Posted on February 8, 2022
Gov. JB Pritzker spoke Tuesday during a news conference at Illinois State University. (WJBC file photo)

By Neil Doyle

NORMAL – The governor made a stop Tuesday in the Twin-Cities to tout his budget proposal and investments in higher education.

Gov. Pritzker’s 2023 budget proposal includes $2.2 billion for higher education. He spoke during a news conference at the Bone Student Center.

“Supporting higher education is key to empowering Illinois’ next generation,” said Pritzker. “The stronger our colleges and universities are the greater our prospect for economic growth and for jobs. And for a more innovative and inclusive future for our state.”

ISU President Dr. Terri Goss Kinzy says one highlight of the proposal is increased funding for the Monetary Award Program, which provides grants to Illinois students with financial need.

Kinzy says around 6,000 ISU students benefit from the MAP program.

Neil Doyle can be reached at [email protected]

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