The Story Goes | James E. Cooper Jr. | St. Philip's College

Episode 102. As San Antonio works to increase its college attainment to 50% to achieve its 2020 goal, we know that our college enrollment numbers continue to decline. The average associate degree graduate from the Alamo Colleges will see an increase in earnings of $9,400 each year compared to someone with a high school diploma working in Texas. James E. Cooper Jr. talks about a new grant at St. Philip's College that connects students experiencing violent acts to resources, ultimately reducing barriers and providing support so students can reach their full potential. Find out more about his work here (www.alamo.edu/spc/alamocares/) and learn more about Alamo Colleges here (www.alamo.edu). Then, it's time to act. Find an SA2020 Nonprofit Partner to give your time and talent to, by visiting SA2020.org/partners. If you or someone you know is the victim of domestic violence, call the confidential Battered Women and Children's Shelter Hotline at 210-733-8810. The Rape Crisis Center's certified advocates are ready to help you 24-hours a day at at 210-349-7273. Thanks for listening www.klrn.org/thestorygoes