Southeast Missouri State University President Meets With McCaskill

Dr. Carlos Vargas, Senator discuss college affordability

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Claire McCaskill met with Dr. Carlos Vargas, President of Southeast Missouri State University, to discuss ways to make college more affordable in Missouri.

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“Working toward ensuring that every Missourian has access to affordable and quality education has been a priority for me since I came to the Senate,” said McCaskill, a graduate of the University of Missouri. “I was glad for the opportunity to talk with Dr. Vargas on ways we can continue to work together to tackle the challenges our students face.”

McCaskill has been a longtime advocate for Missouri students and has worked to make college more affordable. After receiving input from constituents on her College Affordability Tour, McCaskill backed the Year Round Pell Grant Restoration Act to restore year-round Pell Grant resources for low-income college students to use towards summer courses.

Visit mccaskill.senate.gov/education to learn more about McCaskill’s fight to educate young Missourians.

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