COE

JULY 15, 2025

The Council for Opportunity in Education Launches Inaugural Award for Institutional Effectiveness to Scale TRIO Student Support Services Practices Campus-Wide July 15, 2025 — by Terrance L. WASHINGTON, D.C. A landmark 2019 U.S.

First generation 52

First generation Education Grant Students 52

COE

AUGUST 26, 2024

Expanding Horizons: The 2024 Keith Sherin Global Leaders Program August 26, 2024 — by Terrance L. Hamm A group picture of participants from the 2024 Keith Sherin Global Leaders program with group leaders in the Netherlands. The program’s impact on its participants was profound, as evidenced by their reflections. .

First generation 109

First generation Nontraditional student Leadership Low income student 109

COE

APRIL 16, 2024

Demystifying Graduate School: A Guide for First-Gen BIPOC and Nontraditional Students April 16, 2024 — by Yvette Martinez-Vu and Miroslava Chavez-Garcia Is Grad School for Me? Financing graduate education can be challenging, but scholarships, fellowships, and on-campus employment options exist to alleviate financial burdens.

Nontraditional student 52

Nontraditional student First generation Curriculum Low income student 52

COE

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Three TRIO Leaders Honored with the 2024 Walter O. Award for Exceptional Contributions to Educational Opportunity September 10, 2024 — by Terrance L. The 2024 award recipients included Randolph Holly Jr., has devoted his career to advocating for TRIO students. Hamm The Walter O. executive director of COPE, Inc.

Education 52

Education First generation Nontraditional student Leadership 52

COE

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Henry Bonilla Honored with 2024 COE Lifetime TRIO Achievement Award September 11, 2024 — by Terrance L. At the Educational Opportunity Dinner on September 10, 2024, in New York City, former U.S. At the Educational Opportunity Dinner on September 10, 2024, in New York City, former U.S. this summer.

First generation 52

First generation Nontraditional student Leadership FAFSA 52

COE

APRIL 24, 2024

Leveraging TRIO for Career Success: A Pathway to Opportunity April 24, 2024 — by Tommy Walls At the heart of TCDP lies a commitment to reducing income and wealth disparities, ensuring that every student, regardless of their background, has access to the tools and resources necessary to thrive in today’s competitive job market.

Success 94

Success Nontraditional student Mentoring Access 94

COE

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Data’s Role in Shaping Education Policy Highlighted at COE Conference October 16, 2024 — by Terrance L. Department of Education; and Stephanie Miller, Vice President of Data and Impact at Axim Collaborative. Department of Education; and Stephanie Miller, Vice President of Data and Impact at Axim Collaborative.

Education 52

Education First generation Nontraditional student Leadership 52

COE

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Maintaining Inclusive Campuses After Affirmative Action: Educators Discuss Pathways Forward November 1, 2024 — by Holly Hexter Educators say campuses can maintain multicultural, supportive environments in the aftermath of mandates eliminating affirmative action and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices. this summer.

Inclusion 52

Inclusion Education First generation Nontraditional student 52

COE

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Representative Adriano Espaillat Addresses Diversity and Education at COE Annual Conference September 10, 2024 — by Terrance L. Representative Adriano Espaillat (D-NY) delivered an inspiring speech at the Council for Opportunity in Education’s annual conference on Monday, September 9 in New York City. New York, NY —U.S.

Education 52

Education First generation Nontraditional student Leadership 52

Civitas Learning

MAY 28, 2024

Ruth Reinhart, Associate Vice Chancellor of Student Support Services at ACC, we learn how the college is transforming its student success initiatives through strategic scheduling, engagement tracking, proactive advising, and instructional collaboration.

Community college 64

Community college Advising Nontraditional student Student success 64

COE

AUGUST 26, 2024

The Door: A Lifeline for New York City’s Youth August 26, 2024 — by Barbara Clapp Since 1972, The Door has been a beacon of hope for New York City’s youth, offering a lifeline through its comprehensive range of services. Many New Yorkers have shared how The Door’s wraparound supports have been crucial in transforming their lives.

Mental health 52

Mental health Nontraditional student First generation Leadership 52

COE

MAY 3, 2024

EQUALITY, Spring 2024 May 3, 2024 — by Terrance L. Department of Education Secretary Miguel Cardona delivered impassioned remarks, praising TRIO educators and advocates for their pivotal role in shaping America’s education landscape. Secretary of Education Dr. Miguel A.

First generation 88

First generation FAFSA Nontraditional student Leadership 88

COE

AUGUST 9, 2024

The Council for Opportunity in Education Announces 2024 National TRIO Achiever Award Recipients August 9, 2024 — by Terrance L. The Council for Opportunity in Education (COE) is proud to announce the six distinguished recipients of the 2024 National TRIO Achiever Award. . – WASHINGTON, D.C. – DeRionne P.

Education 52

Education First generation Leadership Nontraditional student 52

COE

OCTOBER 16, 2024

New Report from Pell Institute Reveals How Black, Latinx, and Indigenous Students Perceive the Value of College Degrees October 16, 2024 — by Terrance L. Hamm Regardless of race, ethnicity, or institutional type, 80% of students surveyed believed that their financial commitment was worthwhile in the long run. WASHINGTON, D.C.–

First generation 109

First generation Students Leadership Nontraditional student 109

COE

AUGUST 15, 2024

EQUALITY, Summer 2024 August 15, 2024 — by Terrance L. Each year, the Council for Opportunity in Education (COE) hosts the National Student Leadership Congress (NSLC) in Washington, D.C. Read this and more in the Summer 2024 issue of Equality , now available for download. this summer. this summer.

First generation 52

First generation Leadership Equity Nontraditional student 52

COE

AUGUST 15, 2024

Supporting First-Generation College Students This Back-to-School Season August 15, 2024 — by Nicole Brunt The Pell Institute is proud to announce the release of a new set of fact sheets that illuminate critical insights into the experiences and outcomes of first-generation, low-income students, and students with disabilities.

First generation 91

First generation Students Nontraditional student Leadership 91

COE

AUGUST 21, 2024

“National Student Leadership Congress has opened my eyes”: Future leaders realize their power in D.C. Each year, the Council for Opportunity in Education (COE) hosts the National Student Leadership Congress (NSLC) in Washington, D.C. To view more pictures from NSLC 2024, click here. this summer.

Leadership 82

Leadership First generation Students Nontraditional student 82

COE

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

The Council for Opportunity in Education Applauds the University of Louisiana-Lafayette for Inaugurating the Carmouche TRIO Alumni Association September 5, 2024 — by Terrance L. Hamm The Carmouche TRIO Alumni Association at UL Lafayette is among the first University-established alumni societies specifically for TRIO students.

First generation 52

First generation Education University Leadership 52

COE

JULY 12, 2024

The Council for Opportunity in Education Announces Partnership with NACADA to Launch Credentialing Opportunity for Higher Education Professionals July 12, 2024 — by Terrance L. With first-generation college students making up an increasing proportion of college enrollments, this course is both timely and essential.

Higher education 52

Higher education Education First generation Advising 52

COE

AUGUST 1, 2024

The Council for Opportunity in Education Announces Academy Award-Winning Filmmaker Matthew A. Cherry as Keynote for its Annual Conference in New York City August 1, 2024 WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Council for Opportunity in Education (COE) proudly announces that Academy Award-winning filmmaker and former NFL wide receiver Matthew A.

First generation 52

First generation Education Nontraditional student Leadership 52

COE

MAY 31, 2024

The Council for Opportunity in Education Receives a Major Grant to Extend Opportunities to First-Generation and Low-Income Recent College Graduates Nationwide May 31, 2024 — by Terrance L. The next cycle of the Wolanin Internship will launch this summer with applications opening in June 2024 at coenet.org. WASHINGTON, D.C.

First generation 52

First generation Grant Education Nontraditional student 52

COE

MAY 10, 2024

New Pell Institute Report Shows Decline in the Global Position of the United States in Bachelor’s Attainment, Increasing Inequality of College Opportunity at Home May 10, 2024 — by Terrance L. This paradox of higher education underscores the complex interplay between higher education access, socioeconomic status, and social mobility.

Low income student 52

Low income student First generation Higher education Equity 52