Oregon Higher Education Coordinating Commission

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The HECC is a State of Oregon agency and Commission working to improve equitable access to and success in higher education and workforce training for Oregonians statewide.

We are pleased to share that HECC Executive Director Ben Cannon is featured in "Investing with Purpose in Oregon," today...
06/09/2026

We are pleased to share that HECC Executive Director Ben Cannon is featured in "Investing with Purpose in Oregon," today's episode of HCM Strategists' Financing Futures series. In this animated 5-minute video, Executive Director Cannon explains the intentional, strategic priorities built into Oregon's outcomes-based public university funding model, the Student Success and Completion Model (SSCM), first launched in 2015. Director Cannon explains how Oregon has taken intentional steps to align funding with state needs, and to ensure that all students, including traditionally underserved students, have the support to succeed.
Financing Futures is an animated eight-part video series exploring how state postsecondary funding has evolved over the past 15+ years. The series explores the past, present, and future of postsecondary finance, and spotlights states that are leading the way toward lasting change. Intentional funding strategies such as the SSCM support access, retention, and completion, creating a clear pathway to success for all students.
Watch the video and follow the series here: https://hcmstrategists.com/financingfutures
Background: The state invests taxpayer dollars in Oregon’s seven public universities primarily through one fund, the Public University Support Fund (PUSF). After the biennial PUSF investment is made by the Legislature and Governor, the HECC is responsible for distribution of public funds among the seven public universities. The HECC determine payments to each college based on the Student Success Completion Model (SSCM). Executive Director Cannon explains the framework for that model in the video today. You can learn more here: https://www.oregon.gov/highered/about/postsecondary-finance-capital/Pages/university-funding-model.aspx
Many thanks to HCM Strategies for featuring Oregon among leading states in this work.

It's not to late to share your input! Oregonians can complete a survey through June 1 on what creates a sense of belongi...
05/30/2026

It's not to late to share your input! Oregonians can complete a survey through June 1 on what creates a sense of belonging in postsecondary programs.

Complete the online survey:

https://www.oregonskitchentable.org/surveys/what-helps-create-sense-belonging-oregon-college-and-training-programs

What Helps Create a Sense of Belonging in Oregon College and Training Programs? The survey is available in English, French, Simplified Chinese, Russian, Spanish, Ukrainian and Vietnamese, and is open through June 1, 2026.

The HECC is partnering with Oregon's Kitchen Table (OKT)—to hear directly from current, recent, and future students and learners, as well as community members who support learners, about what could help create a sense of belonging in learning settings after high school. This process is intended to generate actionable insights to strengthen inclusivity and belonging across Oregon institutions.

Please feel free to share this opportunity!

In a press release today, we are pleased to release the 2026 Oregon Talent Assessment, a research analysis focused on em...
05/20/2026

In a press release today, we are pleased to release the 2026 Oregon Talent Assessment, a research analysis focused on emerging trends in the economic and workforce landscape in Oregon, which offers recommendations for the state to build a stronger talent pool and workforce development system.

Read our release: https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/ORHECC/bulletins/4178a2b
Read the full assessment: https://www.oregon.gov/workforceboard/data-and-reports/Documents/2026%20Oregon%20Talent%20Assessment.pdf
The Higher Education Coordinating Commission (HECC) and the Workforce and Talent Development Board (WTBD) contracted with ECOnorthwest to develop this comprehensive analysis for Oregon. The 2026 Talent Assessment provides a framework to help identify priority industries and occupations while highlighting current and anticipated major workforce challenges and opportunities.

This year's assessment shows that demand for workers in key sectors of Oregon’s economy remains strong, even amidst slowing employment growth over the next decade. The researchers argue that a more connected approach is needed in education, training, and economic development to help more Oregonians access and stay in good jobs.

Commissioned every two years since 2018, the 2026 analysis is the fifth Talent Assessment for Oregon. Highlights of the report were presented at the Oregon Talent Summit in Salem on May 19, which brought together hundreds of people from across public policy, education, and workforce development for a day-long conference focused on “Bridging Vision and Action: Forging Oregon’s Path Forward.”

Our latest agency newsletter, HECC Collaborations, focuses on ways we are engaging with partners across the higher educa...
05/19/2026

Our latest agency newsletter, HECC Collaborations, focuses on ways we are engaging with partners across the higher education and workforce landscape as we launch several significant new projects for Oregon. Read the latest newsletter for updates on the collaborative process being established for House Bill 4124 implementation, the agency request budget development process, Southern Oregon University's emergency funding needs, the process for developing a new General Education framework, a statewide outreach effort on how we can foster a sense of belonging for all in higher education, and more.
Read the latest issue: https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/ORHECC/bulletins/417542f

It's a full house at the Oregon Talent Summit! Thanks to everyone who has joined us for this lively in-person Summit foc...
05/19/2026

It's a full house at the Oregon Talent Summit! Thanks to everyone who has joined us for this lively in-person Summit focused on turning workforce and education strategy into action through collaboration, data, and practical solutions. Oregon’s Workforce and Talent Development Board (WTDB) and the Higher Education Coordinating Commission (HECC) are hosting the Summit today at the Salem Convention Center.

Since 2018, the Oregon Talent Summit has convened leaders to explore implications and consider actions on critical trends, challenges, and solutions in workforce and talent development. A core focus of the Summit is presenting the findings of the 2026 Oregon Talent Assessment by ECOnorthwest – the biannual analysis of Oregon’s workforce that identifies in-demand industries and occupations, evaluates supply-demand alignment, and provides regional and equity insights. In this photo, the crowd is hearing highlights from the 2026 Talent Assessment, which we will share more about soon!

In addition to keynotes, participants are joining breakout tracks focused on critical workforce topics:

--Business Leadership & Economic Development: Aligning Employers, Talent & Growth

--Data to Action: Driving Policy & Outcomes

--Work-Based Learning: Connecting Education & Work Experience

--Youth Workforce Development: Pathways to Opportunity & Career Success

The Oregon Talent Summit is just around the corner, and registration is still open! Oregon’s Workforce and Talent Develo...
05/01/2026

The Oregon Talent Summit is just around the corner, and registration is still open!
Oregon’s Workforce and Talent Development Board (WTDB) and the Higher Education Coordinating Commission (HECC) will be hosting the 2026 Oregon Talent Summit on Tuesday, May 19, 2026 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. in person at the Salem Convention Center.
--Register now for the Talent Summit: https://whova.com/portal/registration/lppJUuHW0RgkxtnOeBsY/

The day features keynotes from leading experts, networking opportunities, and four breakout tracks. Learn more about the speakers and focus of this event on the WTDB website here: https://www.oregon.gov/workforceboard/Pages/Oregon-Talent-Summit.aspx
Since 2018, the Oregon Talent Summit has convened leaders to explore implications and consider actions on critical trends, challenges, and solutions in workforce and talent development.

The 2026 Summit theme is Bridging Vision and Action: Forging Oregon’s Path Forward. Registration is free and now open. This year’s in-person Summit focuses on turning strategy into action through collaboration, data, and practical solutions. A core focus of the Summit is presenting the findings of the 2026 Oregon Talent Assessment – the biannual analysis of Oregon’s workforce that identifies in-demand industries and occupations, evaluates supply-demand alignment, assesses job quality, and provides regional and equity insights. In addition to keynotes, the Summit will feature four breakout tracks focused on critical workforce topics:

--Business Leadership & Economic Development: Aligning Employers, Talent & Growth
--Data to Action: Driving Policy & Outcomes
--Work-Based Learning: Connecting Education & Work Experience
--Youth Workforce Development: Pathways to Opportunity & Career Success

Questions? Email: [email protected]

The Higher Education Coordinating Commission (HECC) and Oregon Department of Education are looking for high school and c...
04/28/2026

The Higher Education Coordinating Commission (HECC) and Oregon Department of Education are looking for high school and community college students to join the CTE Student Advisory Council. Interested students can apply by May 1!

Oregonians are Invited to Share Input on What Creates a Sense of Belonging in Postsecondary Programs – Please help us sh...
04/07/2026

Oregonians are Invited to Share Input on What Creates a Sense of Belonging in Postsecondary Programs – Please help us share this opportunity!

Read and share today’s press release: https://lnks.gd/3/3TTvB8H
Take the survey at tinyurl.com/hecc-belonging

The Higher Education Coordinating Commission (HECC), in partnership with Oregon's Kitchen Table, has launched a survey and community engagement initiative, inviting input through now through May 27, 2026.

In a press release today, HECC is pleased to announce this opportunity for Oregonians to share input about what could help create a sense of belonging for students at Oregon college, university, and training programs and settings. We are partnering with Oregon’s Kitchen Table (OKT)—a statewide community engagement program—to hear directly from current, recent, and future students and learners, as well as community members who support learners, about what could help create a sense of belonging in learning settings after high school.

- Complete the online survey: What Helps Create a Sense of Belonging in Oregon College and Training Programs? The survey is available in English, French, Simplified Chinese, Russian, Spanish, Ukrainian and Vietnamese, and is open through May 27, 2026. Survey link: tinyurl.com/hecc-belonging

- Consider organizing a conversation: Oregonians are welcome to share their input by hosting a conversation with their community about belonging. OKT has created the Kitchen Table Conversation Guide for anyone in Oregon who wants to organize and host a Kitchen Table Conversation with their family, friends, neighbors, or any group. Anyone interested may contact Oregon's Kitchen Table at [email protected] or (503) 725-5248 for support in hosting a discussion. Conversation guide link: https://lnkd.in/gnAqwz-g

Please help us share this opportunity for engagement! The input collected from this survey and engagement initiative will help inform future actions as we work to better serve Oregon communities.
Read the full press release to learn more:
https://lnks.gd/3/3TTvB8H

Read our latest issue of HECC Collaborations! This spring issue includes highlights from the 2026 legislative session, i...
04/02/2026

Read our latest issue of HECC Collaborations! This spring issue includes highlights from the 2026 legislative session, impacts of the Oregon Opportunity Grant, and more!

HECC Collaborations, April 2026: Student Aid Shows Results, HECC Looks Ahead to Statewide Analysis of the Postsecondary System
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/ORHECC/bulletins/40fd6ba

PRESS RELEASE: State Awards Grants to Build Workforce Pathways in the Semiconductor Industry In a press release today, t...
04/01/2026

PRESS RELEASE: State Awards Grants to Build Workforce Pathways in the Semiconductor Industry

In a press release today, the Higher Education Coordinating Commission (HECC) is pleased to announce that it has offered $8.5 million in grants from Oregon’s Semiconductor Talent Sustaining Fund (STSF) to eight grantees to build workforce pathways in the semiconductor industry and support the growth of this sector in Oregon. The funds were allocated to the STSF by Governor Tina Kotek and awarded to seven higher education institutions and one nonprofit organization that are active members of Frontiers of Advanced Semiconductor Technology (FAST), a partnership led by Oregon State University and consisting of 95 cross-sector partners. These investments will connect Oregonians to high‑wage, high‑demand careers and further strengthen the state’s semiconductor talent pipeline.

The grantees, all participants in FAST, are Chemeketa Community College, Mt. Hood Community College, Oregon Tech, Oregon State University, Oregon STEM, Portland Community College, Portland State University, and University of Oregon. Read more: https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/ORHECC/bulletins/410bfbe

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