HECB

Education's purpose is to replace an empty mind with an open one.
– Malcolm S. Forbes

January 26, 2012 - HECB Meeting

HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD

JANUARY 26, 2012

Agenda

Approval of November 2011Meeting Minutes
 

Roadmap for 2012 (January to June)

HECB Executive Director Don Bennett will present an overview and timeline for Board activities over the next several months.

Annual Report on Student Financial Aid Programs

The Annual Report covers recent changes and trends in student financial aid. 

Joint Report: “A Skilled and Educated Workforce”

The third in the series of biennial reports published jointly by the HECB, SBCTC, and WTB - to assess the number of forecasted net job openings at each level of higher education and training and the number of credentials needed to match the forecast of net job openings.

Status Report on Program Database

Washington received a US Department of Education grant in 2009 to develop a Statewide Longitudinal Data System (SLDS). A key component of that project is a complete database of approved programs of study and authorized degree programs.

Status Report on Program Approvals
(January through December 2011)

 

Information:  Key Facts
 

Public Comment: A sign-in sheet is provided at the meeting for public comment on any of the items above.

Meeting Accommodations: Persons who require special accommodation for attendance must call the HECB at 360.753.7800 as soon as possible before the meeting.