Assemblymember Bob Wieckowski, D-Fremont, who will be joined by state Senate Majority Leader Ellen Corbett, D-San Leandro, to talk about the Middle Class Scholarship Act. The bill, co-authored by Wieckowski, would reduce the cost of attending college for students at CSU and UC campuses with family incomes of less than $150,000 and who do not already have fees covered. Under the bill, the scholarships would be paid for by closing a $1 billion corporate tax loophole for out-of-state company.
The forum also will include a screening of a documentary film entitled, "Default: the Student Loan Documentary."
Prior to the town hall, students will hold a rally at the Agora Stage featuring live music, free food and prizes.
The town hall will be held in room 102 of the Old Student Union at ÂãÁÄÖ±²¥ in Hayward.