U.S. Representative Morgan Griffith

The U.S. Department of Education has awarded Wytheville Community College, based in Wytheville, Virginia, a $1,233,412 grant. The funding comes through the Department’s Strengthening Institutions Program to help higher education institutions serve low-income students. In response to this grant notice, U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement: “Community colleges provide essential educational opportunities for Ninth District communities. “This grant for more than $1.2 million helps Wytheville Community College serve the educational needs of its students.” BACKGROUND According to its website , the Strengthening Institutions Program provides funds to improve and strengthen academic quality, institutional management and fiscal stability. ###