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Urban College Of Boston Receives $108,000 Grant Millennium Partners Leadership Grant To Aid Low-Income Students Boston, Mass., February 13, 2002 - President Lee J. Hines, Jr. announced that the Urban College of Boston recently received a $108,000 Leadership Grant from the Millennium Partners to expand and enhance the Urban College's recognized successful efforts in assisting disadvantaged residents of Boston's inner-city neighborhoods in obtaining the higher education credentials that will enable them to move into meaningful jobs and careers.   The Urban College of Boston was established by Action for Boston Community Development (ABCD), Boston's official anti-poverty agency. Robert M. Coard, President/CEO and John Drew, Executive Vice President of ABCD along with Anthony Pengaro of the New Commonwealth Center Limited Partnership spearheaded securing the generous contribution that will enable the College to expand its work in providing college access for inner-city residents.   Dr. Hines, stated: "This outstanding contribution will assist the students of the Urban College as they strive to attain the necessary professional training to provide themselves and their families with economic empowerment which play an important role in revitalizing the neighborhoods of our city. We are very grateful to ABCD and the dedicated Millennium Partners who have made this accord possible."   The Urban College of Boston, a private two-year college, offers associate degrees in Early Childhood Education, General Studies and Human Services Administration. The College reaches out to non-traditional students who understand the value of higher education and its importance in their lives and the lives of their families. Currently, almost 800 students are enrolled at the Urban College. The majority of Urban College students are working parents who juggle full-time jobs, childcare and their studies. The college's success stories are numerous, with many graduates now holding significant positions in government, business and community agencies.   The Urban College of Boston was recently granted accreditation from the New England Association of Schools & Colleges, Inc. through its Commission on Institutions of Higher Education. The College's mission is to provide higher education opportunities within a supportive environment by implementing a curriculum that emphasizes career preparation and skill development to residents who are "under-served" by traditional colleges.