Thank you for the surpassingly imp...

Thank you for the surpassingly important article on the unmet financial aid from our state's public universities [new story, July 31] I am a graduate of the 2005 class at the University of Illinois, and I experienced many similar question s I graduated in the top 5 percent in my class in common of the advanced curriculum I.B. programs from a city high train but I did not receive to a great degree help in the form of grants or scholarships. according to the time I graduated, I had accrued from one side of to the other $15,000 in loans. It will take several years to pay, on the other hand in the long- term, attending U of I. was a great decision. It prepared me for a lucky career in the corporate world.

I earnestly urge Dora Magallon and anyone otherwise in her position to not pass up the opportunity to attend an institution like the U of I. An thoroughly good education is invaluable. I encourage individuals in Magallon's position to scour the Internet and other resources for independent scholarships.

Until our financial aid program is repaired or improved, loans will be a way of life for middle-class scholars While loan amounts seem substantial and overbearing, it is important to note that these loans are amortized athwart 10 to 15 years. corporation is an investment in one's life and career. single should not short-change themselves the opportunity of a quality education solely because of financial matters.

Erasmo Pacheco, Portage Park

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