The Permian Basin region, spreading from west Texas to southeast New Mexico, is famous for its abundant oil and gas deposits. But despite its resource- rich lands, many in the community struggle, and the region’s baccalaureate attainment level sits below 16 percent. The community has a deep need for higher education institutions that can understand and effectively serve its diverse, workforce-oriented population. To meet that need, and to improve its rates of enrollment, completion, and financial aid attainment, Odessa College recently overhauled its campus and program offerings, with a sharp focus on increasing academic planning and advising support. A key player in workforce education The state of Texas has an ambitious goal for its students and colleges, known as the 60x30TX

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