Empower Erie is a 501c3 nonprofit organization, headed by Atty. Ronald A. DiNicola. The goal of Empower Erie is to establish a Community College in Erie County as a way to improve the overall educational attainment and household income of Erie County Residents, meet employer’s current and future needs for skilled workers, make Erie a more attractive place for businesses, and create more family sustaining jobs.
Our volunteer Board of Directors is comprised of a dedicated team, with unique expertise and experience, to support the establishment of a Community College in Erie County.
Bob Oliver received a B.A. in Psychology from Edinboro University and Guidance Certificate (Gannon University) and Superintendent Certification (Edinboro University). In 1998, he completed his Doctorate in Educational Leadership at NOVA – Southeastern University.
From 1989 to 2010, Robert has served in varied capacities in the City of Erie School District including Supervisor of Student Assistance Programs, Dean of the Northwest Pennsylvania Collegiate Academy, Member of Superintendent’s Cabinet, Director of High School Education and Assistant Superintendent.
Bob was also a foster parent for Erie County Office of Children and Youth for 15 years. He serves as a board member of the Boys & Girls Club of Erie and the Erie Earn-It Program of Juvenile Probation. He is also a member of the Children & Youth Advisory Board, Erie County.
Fifty years ago on April 3, the state created a system of community colleges that ushered in dramatic growth in the network of schools that now enroll 300,000 students.
...Community colleges are beginning to receive more attention as students realize they are able to receive certification and degrees in a shorter period of time for less money.
...The survey of 500 randomly-selected Erie County residents was conducted in late February and early March as part a state-required feasibility study.
...Recently I read that New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo pledged to cover tuition costs at state colleges for hundreds of thousands of middle- and low-income New Yorkers.
...Thursday evening event gives business, community leaders an opportunity to learn more about the community college proposal.
...At more than 200 campuses, more than half of incoming students must take remedial courses.
...Empower Erie officials believe there could be opportunities to work with the rural college if the local community college happens.
...As our community prepares for a pivotal 2017, including the election of a new mayor, here's a look back at 2016 through the lens of Erie Next.
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