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This resolution commends Western Governors University's (WGU) School of Technology for its significant contributions to Illinois' workforce and educational landscape. The resolution highlights WGU as a nonprofit, online university that provides affordable, high-quality education for working adults, with a particular focus on technology fields such as information technology, cybersecurity, software engineering, and data analytics. The document emphasizes the university's role in supporting Illinois' economy by training skilled technology professionals, noting that the state has seen substantial job growth in the information sector and has risen in national rankings for AI and cybersecurity talent. The resolution specifically recognizes WGU's commitment to educational equity, pointing out that approximately 70% of its Illinois graduates come from underserved populations, including first-generation college students, rural residents, and military veterans. By utilizing an innovative, competency-based education model, WGU enables students to advance based on demonstrated skills, making higher education more flexible and responsive to individual learning needs. The resolution ultimately commends WGU's School of Technology for its outstanding contributions to Illinois' workforce development, economic growth, and educational innovation, and resolves to present a copy of the resolution to the university as a symbol of esteem and respect.

https://www.ilga.gov/Legislation/BillStatus?DocNum=541&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HR&SessionID=114&GA=104