Carolyn Weir on Philanthropies as Intermediaries and a Radical 13th Year Promise

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In this episode of the Getting Smart Podcast, Shawnee Caruthers is joined by Carolyn Weir, Executive Director of the McClure Foundation, discussing Vermont's innovative Free Degree Promise. This initiative offers accelerated, debt-free pathways to post-secondary education, particularly benefiting students from rural and underserved communities. Carolyn shares insights on the successes and challenges of implementing such programs, the importance of partnerships, and how these efforts are shaping the future of education and workforce readiness. Tune in to learn how Vermont is leading the way in creating equitable and sustainable opportunities for all students.

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(00:00) Introduction and the Blurring Boundaries Between Education and the Workforce
(01:24) Vermont’s Free Degree Promise and Its Impact on Rural Students
(05:55) Measuring Success and Inclusivity
(10:15) Success Stories and Student Motivations
(15:07) Challenges and Future Plans for the 13-Year Promise

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