The Lawton Grant, established in 1986, was designed to increase retention and graduation rates and reduce student loan indebtedness. In addition, the Lawton administrative team works closely with academic and program advisors to inform students through critical financial literacy presentations, as well as quality learning and leadership experiences to enrich their undergraduate experiences and equip them with lifelong tools. Participation in high-impact practices better prepares our students to be global citizens in an ever-changing world.