Education Centers do more than offer a place for education. They enrich the public and community. Education is key to help people improve their lives through job training, personal enrichment and career advancement. Education Centers bring opportunities to people close to home, making it easier to achieve higher learning and explore new interests.

The public and community benefit from:

)	Affordable education from accredited colleges, universities and work programs
)	A visible, accessible learning resource that serves as a vibrant focal point for the community
)	The ability for people to learn close to home, at times that are convenient to them day, night or weekend
)	Multiple learning opportunities in one location
)	An educational environment tailored to the needs of the community, offering programs specific to the region and its industries
)	The opportunity to conveniently pursue a degree, new career or skill while managing the needs of work and family
)	Attending school on a campus that inspires a sense of pride
)	A more educated workforce, which enriches the area and creates the opportunity for greater compensation
)	Attracting new businesses that need access to training locations, work programs and skilled workers
)	An appealing venue for community events, including performing arts, lectures, fundraisers and civic-oriented gatherings
)	The opportunity to enjoy lifelong learning, which has proven to support brain fitness.