Kansas Board of Regents Awarded Strategic Impact and Innovation Grant
The grant will support modernization of information technology and infrastructure to meet the evolving needs of students, institutions, and the workforce in Kansas.
SAS and Resultant Contract Renewals: Enabling Timely, Data-Informed Decisions
SAS institutions work to improve student outcomes, safeguard financial aid, and address risks. MHEC is preparing to renew its cooperative agreement with SAS Institute and extend its agreement with Resultant.
MHEC April 2026 News
Read the news about our latest Strategic Impact and Innovation Grant for a multi-partner collaborative in Michigan, plus research, contract, insurance, commissioner, and state visit updates.
MHEC Grant to Support Scaling of Michigan’s MiWorkforce Pathways
A $250,000 Strategic Impact and Innovation Grant will bolster the state’s efforts to award credit for prior learning and ensure seamless pathways from work experience to bachelor’s degree completion in applied programs.
MHEC March News
Read about our latest recipient of a Strategic Impact and Innovation Grant, plus updates on research, contracts, initiatives, and more.
MHEC Grant to Support Workforce Development for Health Professions in South Dakota
Funds will support partnership between South Dakota State University and Black Hills State University to advance success for students pursuing careers in high-demand health professions.
MHEC Launches Research and Advisory Services Initiative
Initiative will expand institutional access to trusted research, benchmarking data, and expert consultation that supports data-informed decision-making across higher education.
MHEC February News
MHEC shares updates on work to align postsecondary education and workforce development, plus details about the growth in our student health insurance contract, and more.
Exploring How Open Educational Resources Can Strengthen Dual Enrollment
Two new reports from MHEC and the Southern Regional Education Board offer insights into the way OER can bring sustainable support to dual enrollment programs.
Tracking Postsecondary-to-Workforce Outcomes Topic of New Research Report
Report examines how states currently track post-college outcomes and identifies potential opportunities for improvements.
MHEC January News
MHEC shares its annual report, plans for 2026 state visits, details about a new contract, and a look at the tremendous impact of M-SARA.
MHEC December News
MHEC shares a year-end reflection, updates on our Strategic Impact and Innovation Grants, news about our Dell contract, and much more.
MHEC Awards North Dakota University System Innovation Grant to Support Career Readiness
Grant will provide all 11 North Dakota University System (NDUS) institutions with access to a career readiness and workforce alignment platform.
MHEC Innovation Grant to Support Launch of Wisconsin College and Career Attainment Network
The multi-partner collaborative will receive a $250,000 grant to align postsecondary education and workforce development efforts for better outcomes for all Wisconsinites.
MHEC November News
MHEC shares a recap of the 2025 Annual Commission Meeting, announcement of the first Innovation Grant, new research on graduate degree attainment in the teacher workforce, and much more in the November newsletter.
Three Individuals Receive MHEC’s Outstanding Service Award
Jennifer Armour, Craig Jackson, and Angela Neria were honored for their service and commitment to MHEC over many years.
Tim Flakoll Honored with Phillip Sirotkin Award
Flakoll receives the highest award given by the Midwestern Higher Education Compact.
MHEC October News
MHEC shares updates on state innovation grants, research on grant aid per student, important program and initiatives news, and much more in the October newsletter.
MHEC Awards New Master Agreement to Baker Tilly
This competitively sourced contract provides MHEC’s 12 member states with access to expert guidance and services that advance enterprise resource planning (ERP) modernization.
John Burczek Dreier Named Vice President for Policy and Research
He will oversee policy and research in support of the organization’s strategic priorities, as well as lead development of MHEC’s research agenda and data strategy.
MHEC September News
MHEC shares new research on changes in higher ed funding per student in the Midwest, information on how MHEC can help institutions navigate tariffs, inflation, and supply chain pressures, and more news.