UofO First-Generation Student Support Blog

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Title: First Generation Scholarships and General Scholarship Essay Tips. How to pay can be one of the most stressful aspects of navigating a college degree for many first-generation college students. The Osher Re-Entry/Crankstart ( [link] ) is often a scholarship first-generation, nontraditional students apply to.

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COE

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Representative Steven Horsford’s Inspirational Journey Blog From TRIO to the Halls of Congress: U.S. Mason Awards Blog Long-Time TRIO Professionals Honored with 2023 Walter O. ” Blog Young Doctors Project Hosts 11th Annual White Coat Ceremony: “I kept him alive long enough for him to have a chance to live.”

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COE

MAY 23, 2023

Yang, whose parents are Hmong refugees from Laos , says the TRIO programs are critical for low-income students and families like hers to erase barriers to college access and allow students to envision themselves and their futures in unforeseen ways. “I’m a true believer that we can attain equity so that everyone can thrive.”

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COE

MARCH 1, 2023

Here are some general steps to get you started: Determine the date and time of the ceremony: The date and time should be convenient for both the graduates and the faculty. Identify the location: Consider the number of graduates, the size of the venue, and the accessibility of the location.

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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.

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EAB

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

What reverse admissions means for the future of college access. Only then can participating colleges access the names and contact details of these students and begin conversations that will help the student make their decision. The post What reverse admissions means for the future of college access appeared first on EAB.

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COE

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Mason Award stands as the pinnacle of recognition bestowed by the Council for Opportunity in Education, celebrating extraordinary individuals who have made indelible contributions to the realm of college opportunity programs and the relentless pursuit of educational equity for low-income, first-generation students, and those with disabilities.

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COE

OCTOBER 16, 2024

It can address broader questions surrounding college access and success for low-income, first-generation students,” said Brown. Hamm Click to view the page: Henry Bonilla Honored with 2024 COE Lifetime TRIO Achievement Award Blog Henry Bonilla Honored with 2024 COE Lifetime TRIO Achievement Award by Terrance L.

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COE

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

To better assure that all students are adequately prepared for college, the College Board is working hard to expand access to AP-level classwork, said Hastings. It was the first AP course for almost a third (29 percent) of the test-takers. Click now to view photos from this thought-provoking session at COE’s Annual Conference.

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COE

AUGUST 26, 2024

Blog “National Student Leadership Congress has opened my eyes”: Future leaders realize their power in D.C. Can Learn from Alaska Blog What Washington, D.C. Hamm Click to view the page: Senator Jon Tester’s View from Capitol Hill Blog Senator Jon Tester’s View from Capitol Hill by Terrance L. Blog Level Up: Unite Voices.

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COE

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

I always knew I wanted to work in education, but witnessing TRIOs impact on my life inspired me to pursue a career in higher education access and success. I always consider how students interact with higher education and how our programs or policies eliminate or create barriers to access and success.

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COE

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

.” Bonilla’s speech underscored TRIO’s life-changing impact and his unwavering commitment to ensuring future generations have access to similar opportunities. Representative Adriano Espaillat Addresses Diversity and Education at COE Annual Conference Blog U.S. Can Learn from Alaska Blog What Washington, D.C.

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COE

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Representative Adriano Espaillat Addresses Diversity and Education at COE Annual Conference Blog U.S. Award for Exceptional Contributions to Educational Opportunity Blog Three TRIO Leaders Honored with the 2024 Walter O. Blog “National Student Leadership Congress has opened my eyes”: Future leaders realize their power in D.C.

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Timely MD

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Community colleges are vital in providing accessible higher education opportunities to diverse student populations in rural, suburban, and urban communities alike. Access to mental health is something I think a lot of people take for granted. These services can help students manage stress, anxiety, and depression effectively.

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COE

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Hamm Click to view the page: From Humble Beginnings to Leading Higher Education Advocacy: My Journey Blog From Humble Beginnings to Leading Higher Education Advocacy: My Journey by Kimberly Jones Click to view the page: From TRIO to the Halls of Congress: U.S. Mason Awards Blog Long-Time TRIO Professionals Honored with 2023 Walter O.

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COE

JUNE 30, 2023

He highlighted the importance of an empathetic, albeit “tough” mentor in a student’s college access journey. Blog Veterans Upward Bound Programs Commemorate Memorial Day with Activities and Ceremonies Across the U.S.

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The University Innovation Alliance

APRIL 20, 2023

Disproportionately, these were students from first-generation and low-income backgrounds. With student access to easy answers, we reduced summer melt by about 30+%. Now every Georgia State student across all our campuses has the chatbot from the time they first are confirmed to enroll to the time they graduate."

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COE

APRIL 16, 2024

We aim to demystify the graduate school application process, particularly for first-generation black, indigenous, and other people of color (BIPOC, nontraditional, and low-income students who often lack access to essential resources. Can Learn from Alaska Blog What Washington, D.C. Blog Level Up: Unite Voices.

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COE

JANUARY 7, 2024

Hamm In this short Q&A, Kent Battiste, director of TRIO Upward Bound at Impact Educational and Housing Development in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, describes how introducing his TRIO program to empower enhanced data capabilities and streamlined processes, citing its flexible remote access and comprehensive student profiles as key features.

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COE

JANUARY 8, 2024

In this session, we’ll present updates from FSA, address FAQs, and explore flexible options to guide you through March and beyond—exclusive access for COE members costs $400. ET Better FAFSA Release – Part 3: The Roadmap to March and Beyond March is the target month for institution awards. Register here. – 2:30 p.m.

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COE

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Students participating in All In Milwaukee , which helps minority, first-generation students and low-income students graduate from college, have a graduation rate of 91 percent. “It Representative Steven Horsford’s Inspirational Journey Blog From TRIO to the Halls of Congress: U.S. “We said, how could that be?

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COE

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Representative Steven Horsford’s Inspirational Journey Blog From TRIO to the Halls of Congress: U.S. Mason Awards Blog Long-Time TRIO Professionals Honored with 2023 Walter O. ” Blog Young Doctors Project Hosts 11th Annual White Coat Ceremony: “I kept him alive long enough for him to have a chance to live.”

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COE

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Representative Steven Horsford’s Inspirational Journey Blog From TRIO to the Halls of Congress: U.S. Mason Awards Blog Long-Time TRIO Professionals Honored with 2023 Walter O. ” Blog Young Doctors Project Hosts 11th Annual White Coat Ceremony: “I kept him alive long enough for him to have a chance to live.”

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COE

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Representative Steven Horsford’s Inspirational Journey Blog From TRIO to the Halls of Congress: U.S. Mason Awards Blog Long-Time TRIO Professionals Honored with 2023 Walter O. ” Blog Young Doctors Project Hosts 11th Annual White Coat Ceremony: “I kept him alive long enough for him to have a chance to live.”

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COE

MARCH 14, 2023

Jarell Green: Nurse turned Education Advocate March 14, 2023 Jarell is a Counselor for the McNair and Student Support Services programs at the First-Generation Student Center at the University of Nevada, Reno. Jarell Green is a TRIO Student Support Services alumnus from the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR).

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COE

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

Motivated by her desire to help foster equal educational access for all groups, she found support in TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) program. Click to view the page: How TRIO Turned a Teen Dad into a First-Generation College Graduate. Blog How TRIO Turned a Teen Dad into a First-Generation College Graduate.

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COE

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Hamm Click to view the page: From Humble Beginnings to Leading Higher Education Advocacy: My Journey Blog From Humble Beginnings to Leading Higher Education Advocacy: My Journey by Kimberly Jones Click to view the page: From TRIO to the Halls of Congress: U.S. Mason Awards Blog Long-Time TRIO Professionals Honored with 2023 Walter O.

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COE

JULY 9, 2024

Donate Partner Through strategic collaborations, we work to strengthen quality, opportunity and access to education for all American students — the next generation of global leaders. This journey has instilled in me the confidence to pursue my goals and navigate unfamiliar environments with determination.

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The University Innovation Alliance

JANUARY 26, 2023

danielle Fri, 01/27/2023 - 11:35 Image Blog Post Higher Ed Leadership University Innovation Lab 3minutes Are you feeling siloed, stuck, or overwhelmed in your efforts to better serve first-generation, low income, and students of color? Ready to Innovate With Us? Join us in the Lab!

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UofO First-Generation Student Support Blog

JANUARY 19, 2021

The more connections you have, the greater your social capital is, and the greater access to resources you have. As a first-generation and low-income college student, I had limited financial and personal support from family. It is these “ networks of relationships” that create your social capital. It is about who you know.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

JANUARY 9, 2024

they have been working on making updates to the application to make it easier to understand, complete, and to be more accessible. See more about those updates in one of our latest blogs here. These applications are critical for gaining access to funds to pay for college. For the past year (plus!),

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EAB

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Blogs Why Enroll360 Match’s partnership with Naviance will transform college admissions With overall college enrollment continuing a decade-long pattern of decline, much has been said about the need to break down barriers inherent to the traditional admissions model. What does direct admissions entail?

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EAB

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Blogs The Power of a Diverse Donor Portfolio in Your Annual Giving Program 3 Non-Alumni Audiences You Should Be Engaging Today’s advancement leaders will need to access the untapped potential of key audiences beyond alumni stakeholders if they’re going to meet their constantly growing institutional goals.

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EAB

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

In this blog, I’ll focus on the first half of the process: laying the groundwork. In the white paper, we focus on particular populations within the broader category of underserved students—specifically lower-income, first-generation, Black, and Latinx students. Crucial context for your diversity strategy.

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EAB

APRIL 5, 2023

Blogs Are your admission practices helping or hurting the diversity of your incoming class? Racial, ethnic, and economic disparities in test scores have significantly impacted admission rates for lower-income, first-generation, Black, Indigenous, and Latinx students for years. appeared first on EAB. If no, why not?

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EAB

JULY 17, 2023

Blogs “Move-in melt” is on the rise: Why it’s happening and 3 strategies to fight it “Summer melt" is a familiar challenge for enrollment and student success teams across the country. According to a survey conducted by EAB, 28% of first-generation students reported not feeling mentally prepared for college.

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The LTC Blog

AUGUST 27, 2017

Develop a learner-centered syllabus that clearly identifies what you expect of students and what students can expect of you: ( From “Weekly Digest #64: The Learning Centered Syllabus” by Sara Fulmer posted on The Learning Scientists Blog ). Create a welcoming environment from the first day of class: (From K.

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