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Storm victims to get a break on college tuition

For Immediate Release: December 19, 2007

OLYMPIA � The State Board for Community and Technical Colleges today voted to give storm victims a break on college tuition at Centralia College, Grays Harbor College, Olympic College and South Puget Sound Community College.

�It is my hope that this discounted tuition will help more students get back to school,� said Governor Chris Gregoire. �People�s lives have been severely disrupted by the December storm and this will assist students on the path to recovery.�

Students that qualify could see a reduction in their tuition cost for winter and spring quarter. Each college will determine the criteria for their students. Local residents are encouraged to call their college�s financial aid office.

�We know people�s lives have been devastated by this storm,� said Erin Mundinger, chair of the State Board. �We hope a little relief from tuition provides some support so students can get back to school and on their feet.�

Local contact info for students:
Centralia College (360) 736-9391 x234
Grays Harbor College (360) 538-4081
Olympic College (360) 475-7160
South Puget Sound Community College (360) 754-7711

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