Postsecondary National Policy Institute (PNPI)

Registration is OPEN for PNPI's Microcredentials Boot Camp, which will take place January 30-31, 2025, on Zoom. This boot camp provides essential knowledge about microcredentials, including their impact, quality, and efficacy and how they are funded through employers, states, and the federal government. #HigherEd Join us in January for this robust virtual learning experience by registering here: https://ow.ly/Cett50UmEtJ

As you think about your end-of-year giving, PNPI would be honored if you would consider supporting our work with future policymakers. Our Summer Scholars Program is a paid internship that gives students with demonstrated financial need an opportunity to gain valuable work experience in Washington, D.C. Every dollar helps us improve the program for our scholars and equip them for bright futures in #HigherEd policy. Donate here: https://ow.ly/1MWc50UoA0X

This week: Vermont! Vermont issues more institutional grant aid per full-time equivalent (FTE) student than any other state in the nation, outpacing the national average by nearly $10K per FTE student. Vermont enrolls 32,881 students across 16 IHEs. Learn more about them in this week's 50 States Blog!

Join PNPI on January 30–31 for a robust learning opportunity focused on microcredentials! We’ll be covering what they are, their place in the higher education landscape, and their impact, quality, and efficacy. Learn more here: https://ow.ly/1KYm50UjaHU

This week: Utah! Though Utah institutions of higher education continue to enroll a lower percentage of women than the nation as a whole, this percentage has increased over the past several years. Utah enrolls 181,250 students across 21 IHEs. Learn more about them in this week's 50 States Blog!

Today marked the first board meeting of our newest board member, Rory O'Sullivan.  Rory comes to PNPI with extensive experience in organizational leadership, strategic planning, policy analysis, and fundraising. Before launching his consultancy practice, he cofounded Young Invincibles and led the national higher education policy portfolio at the Gates Foundation. As a graduate of PNPI’s Leadership Development Plan (LDP) we have seen Rory’s commitment to excellence and collaboration firsthand and are thrilled that he is joining our team. He has a deep understanding of the federal postsecondary landscape and a passion for advancing PNPI’s mission. Welcome, Rory!  Read Rory's bio here: https://lnkd.in/eThGUJVV In addition to welcoming Rory to the board, two new board officers were appointed. James Bergeron is now PNPI’s vice chair, and Rory will be taking on the role of treasurer. Denise Forte continues with her role as secretary, and Laura Perna remains the board chair.  

PNPI offers a LIMITED number of scholarships to our 2025 Microcredentials Boot Camp. Recipients receive free registration to the event and Uber Eats credits for lunch. Undergraduate seniors and graduate students with an interest in federal higher education policy who can demonstrate financial need may apply. This event provides students with professional development, a chance to connect with and hear from experts, and the opportunity to earn a LinkedIn course badge to add to their profile. Applications are due TOMORROW- December 6, 2024. Apply here : https://ow.ly/uuuY50Uj8YC

A heartfelt THANK YOU to all the amazing donors who have generously supported us for #GivingTuesday. Your contributions make a difference: They empower us to continue our work and they will directly enhance the paid internship experience of two Summer Scholars in 2025. Together we are building a more educated, prepared, and diverse #HigherEd policy community.

“It’s transformational, equity-driven, and energizing.” At PNPI, we’re working to build a diverse and educated #HigherEd policy community. We believe that work starts with bringing more voices to the table. Our Summer Scholars Program gives students a unique opportunity to gain firsthand experience in the heart of policymaking right here in Washington, D.C. Let’s hear what the program has meant to three former scholars. If you’d like to support the 2025 cohort of Summer Scholars this #GivingTuesday, you can make a donation here: https://ow.ly/Z9kQ50UgagQ

#GivingTuesday is tomorrow! We’re grateful for the support of individual donors like PNPI Board Chair Laura Perna, whose contributions help us engage the next generation of policy influencers. Our Summer Scholars Program is a unique opportunity for students with demonstrated financial need to gain invaluable experience at the center of #HigherEd policymaking in Washington, D.C. Your contributions help us design a robust program that sets our scholars up for bright futures shaping federal postsecondary policy. Interested in supporting PNPI’s work? Donate here: https://ow.ly/Xgnp50Ug9Q1