Universities Push for More Investments in Higher Education

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Alabama lawmakers have a busy session ahead, one of the biggest topics up for discussion is funding for education. That issue is bringing together universities from across the state.

Student Government Association Presidents from all 14 of Alabama’s public universities, along with the Higher Education Partnership group came together outside of the state house, all for one message.
They say funding for Higher education in the state is vital for the future of the state. The Education Trust fund suffered a 34% decrease between 2008 and 2012, but there will be a 382 million dollar increase this upcoming year in the fund, but SGA presidents say it’s important for lawmakers to continue to invest, especially for those in rural counties.

The education partnership group also says investing more in higher education can result to a 20 billion dollar impact for the state.