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JANUARY 7, 2024

During a first-generation-to-college celebration, my colleague shared her positive experiences with empower. Representative Steven Horsford’s Inspirational Journey Blog From TRIO to the Halls of Congress: U.S. A colleague at a state university has experienced this support firsthand.

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Both participated in the Upward Bound program at Palau Community College. President and First Lady Whipps recognize how critical Upward Bound was, not just in preparing them for college, but in establishing a path toward the leadership roles they occupy now.” Whipps Jr. ,

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EAB

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Beginning July 2023, over 700,000 incarcerated adults will become Pell Grant eligible , enabling qualified students to pursue federally funded college education for the first time since the 1990s. Once funding is restored, a staggering 700,000 incarcerated adults will become eligible for Pell Grants in the 2023-2024 academic year.

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COE

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Building Strong College-to-Career Pathways for TRIO Students: Insights from Industry Experts September 13, 2023 — by Maura Casey It isn’t enough for TRIO students to have a successful experience in college. The research is really an eye-opener and really draws attention to the need for better college-to-career pipelines.

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COE

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Horsford encouraged attendees who want to get active to move beyond their institutions and appreciate the role that non-profit and community organizations play in reaching students from marginalized communities. Horsford said he eventually ran for Congress because in that position he could serve his community full time. “My

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SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Brett , president and chief executive officer of the New England Council ; Fernando Cárdenas , director of partnership development and community activation, Comcast ; Lesia Crumpton-Young , immediate past president, Texas Southern University ; and Ruben Canedo , co-chair, University of California Systemwide Basic Needs Committee.

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COE

JUNE 30, 2023

The students—from low-income households and/or families where neither parent obtained a college degree—met Members of Congress and congressional staffers on Capitol Hill, took a tour of the National Mall and Smithsonian museums, and debated solutions to current societal issues. from Saturday, June 11 , until Thursday, June 15.

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IEFA

OCTOBER 26, 2023

In this blog post, we’ll guide you through the world of finding financial aid for international students, exploring scholarships, grants and student loans to make your dream of studying abroad a reality. Understanding financial aid options Four primary options exist for college students seeking financial assistance to study in the U.S.:

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COE

OCTOBER 31, 2023

From there, I started visiting local high schools and community colleges, passionately advocating for STEM education. While my fellow astronauts enjoyed outings to events like the Fiesta Bowl and Indianapolis 500 races, I was visiting underserved communities in Houston, speaking at high schools and junior highs.

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EAB

JANUARY 31, 2023

Blogs Oklahoma cooperative extension service: Family and consumer sciences January 31, 2023 Gina Peek Associate Dean, Extension Engagement and Continuing Education, Oklahoma State University The views and opinions expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views or opinions of EAB. Jossey-Bass. Gavazzi, S.

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COE

MARCH 14, 2023

His academic success and community involvement led to him being named a prestigious Pearson Prize National Fellow. There his students thrived, and he led initiatives such as how to be social change agents and receiving grant funding. He spent five years leading his grant to exceed all federally mandated objectives there.

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IEFA

MARCH 4, 2024

This blog post will guide you through budget-friendly study abroad opportunities, financial aid options, practical cost-saving tips, work-study and internship opportunities and more. There are various types of financial aid, including government-sponsored student aid, scholarships and grants. Some examples include the Benjamin A.

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The University Innovation Alliance

APRIL 1, 2024

However, in this episode of the Weekly Wisdom Series , we spoke with President Casey Sacks , who began working at West Virginia’s BridgeValley Community and Technical College after serving two years as Deputy Assistant Secretary for Community Colleges at the U.S. And that got us the grant. Department of Education.

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EAB

JANUARY 26, 2023

Blogs 6 trends impacting community college enrollment in 2023 For the past two years, it’s been difficult to focus on anything beyond the immediate consequences of the pandemic. But now as we find ourselves stabilizing, it’s time to pause and take stock of the full landscape facing community colleges.

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Student Loan Hero

DECEMBER 22, 2022

Although college can be expensive, there are college grants for women that can help lower the price tag. If you’re looking to further your education, these nine scholarships and grants for women could help bring your goals within reach. Program for Continuing Education Grant. Grant The Go Girl!

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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. What is a community college? Community colleges are often the educational hub and significant workforce development driver in the regions they serve.

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EAB

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

EAB experts Caylie Privitere and Matthew McAloon examine the benefits to students and institutions from the restoration of Pell Grant funding for incarcerated persons who want to pursue a college education. Our guest today discuss the restoration of Pell Grant funding for incarcerated students. What does that do for them?

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Throughout this month, all of us in the higher education community make an extra effort to provide even more information about how to use and access financial aid for college. This month (and always), I want to share helpful information about paying for college. Here’s some other tips about filing the new FAFSA forms.

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Student Loan Hero

DECEMBER 22, 2022

While some aid is based on financial need (such as subsidized loans and Pell Grants), other aid is not (such as unsubsidized federal loans). Below are the types of federal financial aid you can obtain as a result of filling out the FAFSA: Federal Pell Grant. Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG).

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IEFA

OCTOBER 23, 2023

In this blog post, we’ll guide you through the process of discovering, applying for and securing these scholarships, helping you achieve your academic and career goals. In addition to scholarships, there are alternative financial aid options available for computer science students, such as grants, loans and work-study programs.

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EAB

JUNE 1, 2023

Blogs 3 considerations for prison education programs What you need to know ahead of July’s restoration of Second Chance Pell grants Given the restoration of Pell Grant funding for incarcerated students expected in July 2023 , many institutions are beginning to develop plans for Prison Education Programs (PEPs).

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EAB

AUGUST 9, 2023

The blog posts below are written by the participants to showcase their project and early outcomes. Note: The views and opinions in the blog post are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views or opinions of EAB. Scroll down to read about each of the capstone projects in the fellows’ own words.

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#RealCollege Blog

DECEMBER 14, 2021

Where can students turn for help with basic survival needs when their colleges and government programs fail them in a crisis? Halima is a Somalia-born dental technician student at Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC), Wisconsin’s largest two-year college. Many Students are Like Halima U.S. How do students make up that 40%?

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IEFA

AUGUST 6, 2022

Scholarships for international students can make a significant difference in a student’s ability to afford college, and they are an important source of financial aid. Differences between scholarships and grants. Scholarships and grants are both types of financial aid that can help you pay for college.

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IHEP Institute for Higher Education Policy

OCTOBER 15, 2020

This post also appears in the Today’s Students Coalition blog series. A recognition of this reality is exactly why a student-level data network (SLDN), as proposed by the College Transparency Act , has such broad bipartisan support. by: Kim Dancy, Amanda Janice Roberson.

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FEBRUARY 24, 2023

you have the added advantage of a wide array of educational institutions to choose from, from small community colleges to large universities. Canada also offers students a great selection of universities and colleges with an emphasis on providing quality education to all. When studying in the U.S.,

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IEFA

AUGUST 3, 2023

In this blog post, we’ll explore the different types of scholarships available for undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in a variety of engineering fields, along with tips for applying and alternative funding options. Imagine a world where financial barriers don’t stand in the way of pursuing an engineering degree.

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Blackboard Blog

APRIL 27, 2022

College enrollment, specifically in community colleges, has declined due to the pandemic; however, the Hispanic student population has been disproportionately impacted. Family-focused events : Selecting and getting to know a college is often a family affair. Fall 2021 undergraduate enrollment is down 7.8%

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Scholarship America

APRIL 26, 2023

We’re fast approaching a major milestone for the Class of 2023: College Signing Day celebrates the May 1 deadline for accepting admission to your college of choice, and events are already happening around the country! Students can also find plenty of valuable information and resources on LendKey’s blog!) GPA on a 4.0

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John Hopkins University Student Well-Being Blog

APRIL 5, 2024

The Out of the Darkness Campus Walks are a signature outreach and fundraising series for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) held at college campuses nationwide. The JHU Out of the Darkness Walk is an annual event to support mental health awareness, suicide prevention, community connectedness, and hope.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 5, 2024

It’s not an everyday occurrence when a community college leader gets a phone call telling them their institution will receive an influx of funding in the millions. when MacKenzie Scott, one of the richest women in the world, decided to make a major investment in community colleges.

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EAB

AUGUST 23, 2023

Blogs Are you meeting students’ basic needs? Review these 7 aspects of your basic needs strategy before the semester begins Community colleges play a vital role in higher education, offering affordable and accessible pathways to academic and professional success. Fortunately, things are changing.

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EAB

OCTOBER 24, 2022

5 Tips to Recruit and Enroll Latine/x Students in Your Community College. Prospective Latine/x college students in the U.S. are the most likely to choose community college as their first step when pursuing a higher education. gap in degree attainment between Hispanic and White adults during that time.

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Believe in Students

OCTOBER 31, 2023

I paid for college at my dream school (a small liberal arts college) through student loans, financial aid grants, a tiny amount from family, work-study jobs, and a scholarship or two, desperately patched together to make everything add up so I could afford to keep going to school year after year. I didn’t know of one.

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EAB

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

How to engage more community college prospects amid the “great opt out”. As the number of traditional-aged students continues to decline, community college leaders must focus on enrollment and recruitment strategies within their control. Source: EAB analysis of American Community Survey data.

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Student Loan Hero

OCTOBER 31, 2022

Scholarship awards and financial aid can help ease the financial burden of attending college. 20 scholarships for Hispanic and Latino students Eligibility requirements vary for these scholarships, but they usually require you to be enrolled at an accredited four-year college or university and maintain a 3.0 ABA Diversity Scholarship.

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EAB

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Blogs 5 areas for community college leaders to take stock in 2023 And resources to help sustain your post-pandemic momentum Now that community colleges have weathered the storm of the pandemic, it’s time to take a moment to recognize all you have accomplished, and then to begin to steer the transition from a “crisis” mindset to a sustainability one.

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