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Phi Beta Kappa Alumni Association of Greater Austin Awards Scholarships to 3 Breakthrough Recipients
The Phi Beta Kappa Alumni Association of Greater Austin (PBKAAGA) has always been committed to the encouragement and promotion of academic excellence in our community, and this year is no different. Since 1999, the Association has awarded scholarships to graduating...
Breakthrough Stands with #BlackLivesMatter
June 2, 2020 Dear Breakthrough Community, We write to you with heavy hearts, recognizing the pain, fear, and outrage in our community right now. We condemn the racist police brutality that has caused the murders of George Floyd, Tony McDade, Mike Ramos, Breonna...
Breakthrough Champions Federal, State, & Local Policies Promoting Equity in College Attainment & Student Success
Breakthrough Central Texas champions federal, state and local policies that promote equity in college attainment and that support students to succeed on their path to college graduation. Reflecting the perspective of our more than 2,000 students and college graduates,...
Breakthrough’s COVID-19 Response (el español está disponible abajo)
Updated September 29, 2020 With the safety of our students, families and staff in mind, the Breakthrough office remains closed through January 4, 2021. All in-person programs and services are suspended until then as well. In the meantime, please know our staff...
Partner Spotlight: St. Edward’s University
Advancing Austin’s STEM Community through Teaching Fellowship According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) jobs are growing at a higher rate than other occupations, with no slowdown in sight. By 2022, the...
Amplify Fundraiser Spotlight: Arlene Wang
Photos taken by Arlene WangArlene’s Story: Arlene moved to Austin in 2014 and she jumped right in as a volunteer at Breakthrough Central Texas as a way to get to know the community better. A friend who lived in a different city had recently sent out an email on her...