Oregon Revised Statutes Chapter 350 § 350.620 — Declaration regarding state policies to enhance and encourage independent

Declaration regarding state policies to enhance and encourage independent higher education. The Legislative Assembly declares its ongoing interest in state policies that: (1) Enhance the ability of independent institutions to sustain and expand their services in Oregon; (2) Complement, assist and strengthen existing or planned programs and activities of independent institutions in Oregon while maintaining high academic and administrative standards; (3) Encourage broad public participation in independent higher education; (4) Promote coordination among independent and community colleges and state universities; (5) Stimulate and encourage private initiative and financial support in connection with the programs and activities of independent higher education; (6) Encourage recognition of the contributions made by independent higher education to the well-being of the state and to the development of the individual; and (7) Develop, maintain and provide the public with sufficient information concerning independent educational opportunities within the state. [Formerly 352.675] AID TO INDEPENDENT INSTITUTIONS