financial aid

What do you do in the cold of winter if you can't pay your heating bill? Sadly, thousands in the area face that crisis question. There are some resources available, and, on "Washtenaw United," you'll learn how to tap into them. Sean Scane is director of utility assistance with the United Way for Southeastern Michigan. He joined WEMU's David Fair with the latest information on the growing need for assistance and the efforts to expand the Michigan Energy Assistance Program.

The Eastern Michigan University Board of Regents approved a new contract for full and part-time lecturers, both are now represented under the same five-year deal. WEMU’s Taylor Bowie has more.

Eastern Michigan University will expand their free tuition program, allowing Pell Grant eligible students to receive additional aid. WEMU’s Taylor Bowie reports.

Next month, the Guaranteed Income pilot program in Ann Arbor will begin accepting applications. WEMU’s Josh Hakala reports.

One of Eastern Michigan University’s prized buildings would get a $42 million makeover if its funding proposal is approved by the state. WEMU’s Josh Hakala reports.

Eastern Michigan University officials are warning current and former students who are hoping to receive assistance under President Biden’s student debt forgiveness plan to be cautious and patient. WEMU’s Taylor Pinson reports

Hundreds of essential workers are receiving elemental tuition aid at Washtenaw Community College, thanks to a state scholarship program. Here’s more from…

Ann Arbor Zingerman's co-owner Ari Weinzweig is part of the recently formed "Independent Restaurant Coalition" working to get a bill approved to provide…

Managing finances can be difficult. It becomes infinitely more difficult if there is very little money to work with. COVID-19 has destroyed financial…

Eastern Michigan University’s Board of Regents approved a tuition increase for the 2020-2021 academic year. Undergraduate students will see a 2.9%…