Stream Uplift San Bernardino Radio Show’s latest episode and hear GIA’s CEO, Dr. Ashish Vaidya engage in a thought-provoking discussion on the correlation between education and economic prosperity in the Inland Empire. Dr. Vaidya delves into the transformative power of education and explores its role in shaping individuals and communities.
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Recent News & Blog
Business Education Network Launches Senior Advisory Council
Growing Inland Achievement (GIA), in partnership with the Inland Empire Economic Partnership, convened the first Business Education Network (BEN) Senior Advisory Council on February 25 at Ontario International Airport. The session was facilitated by the Business-Higher Education Forum. The council brings together leaders from business, K–12, higher education, and workforce systems to better align employer…
Financial Aid Completion in the Inland Empire
A Leading Indicator of College Enrollment and Economic Mobility For many students in Riverside and San Bernardino counties, completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the California Dream Act Application (CADAA) is the gateway to college. Research consistently shows that financial aid application completion is one of the strongest predictors of college…