SOUTHFIELD—Officials at Lawrence Technological University have signed the Detroit Regional Talent Compact, an equity-driven initiative led by the Detroit Regional Chamber’s Detroit Drives Degrees program.
The Compact brings together stakeholders from business, philanthropy, government, K-12, and higher education to accomplish two goals: increase the Detroit region’s postsecondary attainment rate to 60% and reduce the racial equity gap by half by 2030.
“Lawrence Technological University welcomes the acceptance into, and partnership with, the Detroit Regional Talent Compact,” said LTU President Tarek M. Sobh. “LTU provides students increased access to technology-based education through innovative early middle college, dual enrollment, summer technical camps, and university degree programs.
“These programs, along with our certificate, workforce, and professional development programs, provides students life long learning opportunities. These skills are well-recognized by industry and provide students with the economic mobility that can make a difference for them and their families for generations. We are committed to the educational attainment of all residents of the Detroit region and being a key partner in this goal in an inclusive manner.”
