Appreciate Becky Koenig's coverage of emergency aid programs and their benefits for students as they persist through postsecondary education. We're examining the effectiveness of these supports through our work with ECMC Foundation and ECMC Student Success. bit.ly/3ECRt0e

#SXSWEDU is next week! Stop by our #QuestionTheQuo activation each day of the conference for a unique experience focused on elevating student perspectives on the future of education and work. SXSW EDU

Want to earn free money for college? 💸 Don't miss tonight's Ready, Set, FAFSA! session: Scholarship Search! Learn tips for how to search for and secure scholarships for your education after high school! Register NOW at bit.ly/MNFAFSA Minnesota Department of Education ECMC Group

In a new #QuestionTheQuo survey, we asked students from underserved populations what they think about their future education and careers—and found that only 8% feel ready to make a decision about their path after high school. Check out the latest findings: bit.ly/3mnvELB

Thank you to all the #SXSWEDU attendees who joined our sessions or visited our #QuestionTheQuo experience this week! Connecting with our peers focused on helping students succeed gives us faith that, together, we can transform our education and workforce systems.

According to our latest #QuestionTheQuo survey, students from underserved communities feel pressure from a variety of sources–including themselves–to attend four-year college. bit.ly/3mnvELB

For MN students and families: ECMC Student Success and Urban Ventures are hosting a College Night on April 19, which will include free access to college prep and planning info, plus scholarship and prize drawings. More info: bit.ly/3nqAN6e

New #QuestionTheQuo survey data: Students from underserved backgrounds believe success means providing for themselves and being happy in a career. But less than half have had access to career exploration resources. bit.ly/3mnvELB

We’re looking forward to attending the ASU+GSV in just a few short weeks! Stop by booth 219 to learn more about ECMC Group and our mission to help students succeed. Members of our team will also be featured on four different panels. bit.ly/37h9m3n #ASUGSVSummit

#FinancialCapabilityMonth is a great time to connect with students and families to build financial understanding. Check out these resources from ECMC Student Success, designed to make financial decision making simpler. bit.ly/2Yid6R7

This week, ECMC Student Success and Urban Ventures hosted a College Night event for MN students and families, aiming to help those on the fence about postsecondary education better understand their options and how to achieve their personal and career goals.

In case you missed our session at #SXSWEDU: Get perspectives on real solutions to address students' desires for early career exploration from this panel featuring ECMC Student Success' Tomika Brown, Jennifer Kushell Exploring Your Potential and Julie Lammers American Student Assistance. bit.ly/3ow3BuH

Marking the last week of #FinancialCapabilityMonth with the importance of resources in maintaining financial literacy. Check out ECMC Student Success' resource guides, which cover a wide range of topics related to preparing and paying for college. bit.ly/30TjOP9

Big news for our upcoming #OnRampEdu conference: Our agenda is now available! Join us to hear from experts including Andy Van Kleunen of National Skills Coalition, Dennis Ellis of Microsoft, Hiren Shukla of EY US and others. OnRamp Education gener8tor bit.ly/3NDGHMx

Our latest round of survey data is here! The fourth annual #QuestionTheQuo survey shines a light on the Gen Z experience and their POV on postsecondary education and career pathways. Read more here: bit.ly/46nzQh6

Congrats to the 81 ECMC Scholars in Connecticut, Oregon and Virginia! For the past 2 years, these students participated in mentorship and college prep programs to prepare for the future and are receiving $6,000 for their postsecondary education. bit.ly/3r7vg6F

Did you know the majority of high school students think about their education and career path at least weekly with almost half thinking about it every day? #QuestionTheQuo provides insight into Gen Z's POV on postsecondary education. bit.ly/3JwcU5s

For the ninth year, our ECMC Foundation GO! Program is providing grants to organizations nominated and selected by our team members across the country. Learn more about the causes we're helping to fund: bit.ly/3XWZqpc

Calling educators and CBOs helping students feel college-ready: ECMC Student Success recently launched enhanced training programs and resources to help professionals open the door to postsecondary education for learners of all ages and backgrounds. Learn more: bit.ly/3QlBtWT