10/01/2026
Benedictine University has been awarded a $2.77 million federal grant through the U.S. Department of Education's Title III Strengthening Institutions Program to support Catalyzing Student Success, a five-year initiative designed to help students build a strong foundation for college, overcome academic obstacles, and make steady progress toward graduation and meaningful careers.
The project will serve approximately 2,000 undergraduate students across the University's Lisle and Mesa campuses, expanding access to personalized academic support, strengthening teaching in foundational courses, and improving technology that connects students with learning opportunities and timely assistance.
"At Benedictine University, student success is a responsibility we all share," said President Joseph J. Foy, PhD, OblOSB. "This grant allows us to deepen that work, strengthening support systems, teaching, and technology that help every student thrive. It is an investment not only in our students, but in the communities they will go on to serve."
https://ben.edu/benedictine-university-awarded-2-77-million-federal-grant-to-expand-student-support-and-strengthen-paths-to-graduation/
