Washington—Campbellsville University has been selected to receive a grant of nearly $400,000 through the U.S. Department of Education’s Strengthening Institutions Program, U.S. Rep. Ron Lewis announced July 8. The funds will be used to support efforts to improve achievement and retention during the first two years of students’ academic careers.

“I congratulate Campbellsville University for their success in receiving this grant,” Lewis said. “Initiatives such as the Strengthening Institutions Program provide important resources to help students further their education and build successful careers.”

The Strengthening Institutions Program helps eligible colleges and universities become self-sufficient and expand their capacity to serve low-income students by providing funds to improve and strengthen the academic quality, institutional management and fiscal stability of eligible institutions.

The grant will be used to support Campbellsville University’s ongoing efforts to improve student retention via three primary components: an expanded freshman year experience, redesigned general education program and intensified academic support services.

“We are very grateful that the U.S. Department of Education has approved the Title III grant for Campbellsville University,” said President Michael Carter. “These funds will greatly enhance the mission of Campbellsville University in helping students reach their full potential as servant leaders.”