Housing First, Graduation Follows: Lessons from the College Housing Assistance Program
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Remember the knock-on effect? That's exactly what Education Northwest’s recent evaluation of the College Housing Assistance Program (CHAP) in Tacoma, Washington, underscores. By addressing the fundamental need for stable housing, CHAP empowered students, particularly those facing homelessness or housing insecurity, to achieve academic success. It also made it possible for them to become healthier and supported their families’ financial security. This isn't charity, it's strategic investment.
Originally published: June 26, 2024
Author: Ivan Harrell
Position: President
Institution: Tacoma Community College
Published by: Diverse Issues in Higher Education