Allan Hancock College seeks $290M bond measure to expand local higher education
What happened
Voters in northern Santa Barbara County will decide on Measure H, a $290 million facilities bond for Allan Hancock College on November 3rd. The measure would fund a University Center on the college's campus, allowing students to earn bachelor's degrees in nursing and business through a partnership with Cal Poly and Cal State Channel Islands.
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Why it matters
The bond is presented as a key economic decision to address low local bachelor's degree attainment and median household income. The center would allow working adults and families to obtain higher education locally, potentially retaining talent and paychecks within the area.
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Who's involved
- Allan Hancock CollegeThe community college seeking the $290 million bond measure to expand its facilities and programs.
- Cal Poly CorporationThe nonprofit organization partnering with Allan Hancock College to offer bachelor's degree programs.
- Santa Barbara CountyThe county where Allan Hancock College is located and where the bond measure is being voted on.
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The entities involved
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Allan Hancock College
community college in Santa Maria, California, United States
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Camarillo
city in Ventura County, California, United States
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San Luis Obispo
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