U.S. Rep. Mike Thompson and Napa Valley College hosted a public forum on college affordability. At the forum, information was presented for both high school and transfer students applying for college, and families and individuals who currently have student loans.
Panelists included Congressman Mike Thompson, Joe Barison & Renee Gullotto, officials from the U.S. Department of Education, Napa Valley College Dean & Financial Aid Officer Patti Morgan, Napa High School Assistant Principal Annie Petrie. LISTEN TO THE ENTIRE FORUM:
In an effort to increase low wages and skills among Americans, President Obama has proposed a plan to make Community College available to all. Karin Argoud reports for NAPAbroadcasting.com on what this might mean for Napa and Napa Valley College.
BARBARA NEMKO, Napa County Superintendent of Schools
PEG MADDOCKS, Executive Director of Napa Learns
LYDIA DOBYNS, President of New Tech Network