El Chicano W e e k l y
Vol 60, NO. 20
May 4, 2023
San Bernardino Valley College Breaks Financial Barriers with Free Tuition and Textbook Rentals for Summer 2023 By Manny Sandoval
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an Bernardino Valley College (SBVC) is making education more accessible to students in the region by offering free tuition for the Summer 2023 semester. In addition, the college is extending its Books+ program until Spring 2024, which provides free textbook rentals and course materials for students. SBVC Chancellor Diana Rodriguez said, "Imagine having the opportunity to pursue your career dreams without worrying about the financial burden. With our free tuition and textbook rentals initiative, Crafton Hills College and San Bernardino Valley College are enabling you to access the high-quality education you need to succeed. Enrolling in summer classes can help you build the skills and knowledge necessary to achieve your career goals, and with experienced faculty to guide you, you'll have the support you need every step of the way."
Chancellor Rodriguez also emphasized the importance of making higher education more accessible for all students, regardless of their financial background. "Initiatives like free tuition and textbook rentals are critical in opening doors of opportunity to everyone in our community. By removing the financial burden of higher education, we are helping to level the playing field and giving every student a chance to succeed," she added. This initiative is also available at Crafton Hills College in Yucaipa and is funded by COVID-19 relief money aimed at supporting the community. The free tuition program covers the state community college tuition rate of $46 per unit, while student registration fees, ranging from $34 to $44, are not included. Interim President Dr. Linda Fontanilla commented, "Our hope is that by offering free tuition and book rentals, more PHOTO MANNY SANDOVAL students will take advantage of An SBVC student, Samantha, taking advantage of the state-of-the-art resources at SBVC during the Spring 2023 Semester.
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Rep. Aguilar Announces $4 Million for Affordable Housing and Supportive Services in San Bernardino
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Rep. Aguilar’s press conference for a resource center at the Arrowhead Grove housing community on Tuesday, May 2, 2023.
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oday, Rep. Pete Aguilar announced a total of $4,000,000 in federal funding he secured to support sustainable affordable housing and supportive services in San Bernardino. Aguilar secured $1,000,000 for the
Sustainable Communities Catalyst Project—a program designed to create and preserve affordable housing while revitalizing local neighborhoods. This funding will help transform vacant lots into energy efficient homes for low-tomoderate income families. He also secured $3,000,000 to support the creation of a
resource center at the Arrowhead Grove housing community. This multi-faceted health campus will provide easy access to supportive services to any San Bernardino resident. “Now more than ever, we need to make it Housing cont. on next pg.