Former education advisor to Senator Dick Durbin and senior Department of Education staffer brings deep expertise in higher education policy, appropriations, and federal regulatory strategy to McAllister & Quinn.
Small & Mid-Sized Colleges & Universities
Why Collaboration Matters in Higher Education Today As a professor, for a number of years I taught a seminar for…
Title III Strengthening Institutions Program Released for Fiscal Year 2026 On May 21, 2026, the Department of Labor (DOL) on…
The Department of Labor (DOL), on behalf of the Department of Education (ED), has released the Strengthening Institutions Program (SIP)…
Research shows that purpose‑driven educational environments improve student engagement, persistence, and outcomes. College students arrive on campus at a critical…
Time is limited to apply for federal support for campus-based child care. Community colleges serve a growing population of student…
Focus on Artificial Intelligence Funding Opportunities for Community Colleges Community colleges have a distinct advantage when developing programs relevant to…
TRIO Talent Search Program Solicitation Released On March 17, 2026, the Department of Labor, on behalf of the Department of…
Federal nonprofit funding to prevent substance use in our communities. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has…
FY26/27 Workforce Development Funding Opportunities for Community Colleges Policymakers are increasingly focused on programs that deliver clear employment outcomes, align…