California Assembly Majority Leader Ian Calderon was recognized by the Association of Independent California Colleges and Universities (AICCU) and Whittier College as a 2017 Champion of Students for his
continuous work to support college access.
Notably, Calderon was instrumental in ensuring that the 2017-2018 California budget maintained the Cal Grant maximum award level for students attending independent, nonprofit colleges, such as Whittier.
“It is imperative for me to continue to take action and ensure that college students have their voices heard on their path to receive their degrees,” said Calderon.