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Higher Education COVID-19 Relief Briefing

Landmark legislation such as the CARES Act, CRRSAA, and the American Rescue Plan will have an indelible mark on our students and their families and give our campuses the resources for the safe in-person learning that we’ve been demanding.
By: National Education Association
Published: April 2021

Higher Education Leader Briefing on COVID-19 Relief

NEA Higher Ed leaders were joined by policy experts to walk through how this coronavirus relief is being used and how you can track to see how much your institution has received. We shared opportunities and resources for bargaining and advocacy with campus and community allies.

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NEA Higher Ed Bargaining for the Common Good

From social and emotional well-being to safe working conditions and your rights—read our sample demands for campuses of higher learning for the safe and just return to in-person learning. 

Coronavirus Relief for Higher Education Toolkit

This toolkit summarizes the higher education provisions of the laws, provides links to the U.S. Department of Education's guidance on how institutions are to use the funds.

COVID-19 Relief Template Letter

Use this template letter for requesting coronavirus funding expenditures by your college or university.

Additionally, if you have questions regarding the American Rescue Plan Act, you can email NEA your question to [email protected]

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