Susana Mendoza Illinois Comptroller | Official website
Susana Mendoza Illinois Comptroller | Official website
State Comptroller Susana Mendoza visited Aurora University to discuss college affordability and business opportunities for students. During her visit, she met with Dr. Susana Rivera-Mills, the first Hispanic president of the university. They talked about improving affordability and creating more opportunities for students.
“I’m so happy to learn about Aurora University’s efforts to keep college affordable and provide internships that help students develop the skills that employers are looking for,” Mendoza said. “I have always advocated for better financial management for Illinoisans, and I look forward to working with Dr. Rivera-Mills on ways to build financial skills and create opportunities for all students.”
President Rivera-Mills expressed appreciation for Mendoza's financial leadership in Illinois, stating, “Our university community is inspired by the financial leadership of Comptroller Mendoza, who has helped bring budget and cash flow stability to the State of Illinois. And because Comptroller Mendoza understands the issues facing children of immigrants and first-generation students, we also plan to work together to enhance business opportunities and internships for our students.”
Aurora University maintains one of the lowest tuition rates among private not-for-profit universities in Illinois. Notably, 46 percent of last year’s freshman class identified as Hispanic/Latino.
The Comptroller’s Office offers two programs aimed at improving financial management: Bank On Illinois ensures residents have access to safe banking options; Smart Consumers provides workshops on budgeting, credit card options, and identity theft protection.
Several state legislators from the Aurora area joined Mendoza and Rivera-Mills in supporting these initiatives. Participants included Senator Linda Holmes, Assistant Senate Majority Leader; Rep. Barbara Hernandez, Assistant House Majority Leader; Rep. Stephanie Kifowit; and Rep. Matt Hanson.
Video footage from this event will be available online at www.illinois.gov/iisvideo.
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