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Gilkerson quells Pell grant fears during federal freeze: “This executive order does NOT impact your financial aid”
A White House memo mandating a freeze on all federal grants left students nationwide concerned about their financial aid.
The bookstore at Laney College will close on Thursday and reopen in a new building in Fall 2026. Class materials can be purchased online in the interim.
The measure, also called the Peralta Colleges Affordable Education Reauthorization Measure, would bring in $8 million annually for student support by renewing a $48 tax per parcel.
40% of Peralta buildings are in “deficient” condition, according to update on Facilities Master Plan
The independent consultant report also reveals a large percentage of online students across the district.
Days after nationwide cybersecurity attacks threatened to publicize student data, Instructure reached an agreement with ShinyHunters.
