At Lamar Community College, we are committed to supporting our students’ academic pursuits by providing exceptional financial aid services. Financial aid serves as a critical bridge between students’ aspirations and their ability to pursue higher education. Many students face financial barriers that can hinder their dreams, but financial aid aims to eliminate these obstacles by offering various assistance programs. Scholarships, grants, work-study opportunities, and loans are among the resources available to help students fund their education. These programs make college more affordable and provide avenues for students from diverse backgrounds to access quality education.
Financial aid is not just an administrative function but a cornerstone of our institution’s ethos. We recognize financial concerns should never be a deterrent for students striving to achieve their educational goals. Our Office of Financial Aid works diligently to ensure students have the information and resources to navigate the financial aid process.
We recently achieved a significant milestone in our quest to provide students with all the best resources for success, as our Financial Aid Director, Jordan Kemp, was newly elected onto the Executive Board of the Colorado Association of Financial Aid Administrators (CAFAA). This accomplishment further solidifies the College’s dedication to providing students with access to comprehensive financial aid resources while proving that our team is committed to our mission to Enrich Lives through Learning.
Mr. Kemp was voted in as the Treasurer-Elect for the Executive Board of the Colorado Association of Financial Aid Administrators on May 2, 2023. Joining the Lamar Community College family in January 2023, Mr. Kemp holds a master’s degree and brings a strong background in executive leadership to the organization, along with a passion for serving and assisting the students of Southeast Colorado. He has hit the ground running and looks forward to serving Colorado’s Institutions of Higher Education as CAFAA’s Treasurer-Elect.
Established in 1967 to serve the needs of financial aid professionals across the state, CAFAA strives to connect financial aid administrators with resources and support to help make higher education more accessible for students. The organization provides training, resources, and networking opportunities to financial aid professionals to assist them in their positions, which are critically important to the success of every college in the state.
Mr. Kemp is very excited to be elected to this position, which is a three-year role with the Colorado Association of Financial Aid Administrators. Mr. Kemp will serve as Treasurer-Elect in the 2023-2024 aid year, Treasurer in 2024-2025, and Past Treasurer in 2025-2026. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Mr. Kemp on his achievement, and we take great pride in having him as an esteemed member of the Lope family.
If you are considering pursuing higher education at Lamar Community College, don’t let financial concerns hold you back. The Office of Financial Aid, guided by Mr. Kemp, is here to help. By applying for financial aid, you open doors to a world of opportunities and join the countless students who have benefited from Lamar Community College’s commitment to accessible education.