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I have belonged to a number of professional associations and organizations over the course of my career. While I’ve found all of them to be worthwhile, I can think of no other membership that proved as valuable as my association with Yes We Must during my years of service as president of Calumet College of St. Joseph.
Daniel Lowery, Past President, Calumet College of St. Joseph

Benefits of Institutional Membership

  • a community of like-minded institutions proudly dedicated to the success of low-income/1st generation students
  • shared strategies, resources and assistance with implementation of emerging practices
  • a common voice in national education debates and policy matters
  • opportunities to cost save and seek shared funding
  • on-line discussion groups for those in similar roles at member institutions
  • access to national leaders, foundations, partnerships, national organizations and networking opportunities
  • inclusion in members-only Institutes on topics key to the success of institutions that serve low-income students
  • participation in the Yes We Must Coalition Student Exchange Program
  • participation in collaborative projects with other member institutions

Criteria for Institutional Membership

  • 2- or 4-year private, non-profit, accredited college or university awarding Bachelor and/or Associate of Arts or Science degrees
  • 50 percent or more of undergraduate student population eligible for Pell grants
  • Membership dues for 2023–2024 are $2,350.
  • Membership dues for 2024–2025 are $2,500.
  • Membership dues are final and non-refundable.

To Become an Institutional Member of the Yes We Must Coalition

  • Click here to send an email of interest to Gloria Nemerowicz, YWMC president. Include institution’s name, address, name of the president, and contact information (email and phone).
  • Once qualifying criteria are confirmed, an invoice for dues will be sent to the institution’s president and designated contact (if different from president).
  • Membership begins upon receipt of dues payment and is renewed annually at the end of each fiscal year.

Associate Membership

Those colleges, universities, other non-profit organizations and individuals who support the goals of the Yes We Must Coalition but whose organizations do not meet the criteria for Institutional Membership are invited to join as Associate Members. Associate Membership is open only to those who do not or whose organizations do not meet the qualifications for Institutional Membership.

Benefits of Associate Membership

  • Receive YWMC communications and invitations
  • Qualify for reduced registration fees for YWMC conferences and workshops
  • Share with full members the role of advocate for students served by YWMC colleges and universities
  • Name appears on YWMC materials and publications

Dues for Associate Members

  • Dues for Organizations joining as Associate Members for 2022–2023 are $950.
  • Dues for Individuals joining as Associate Members for 2023–2024 and 2024–2025 are $400.
  • Membership dues are final and non-refundable.

To Become an Associate Member

  • Organizations  click here for more information and an application form.
  • Individuals  click here for more information and an application form.

Thank you for your interest in the mission and work of Yes We Must Coalition.

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