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Supporting Non-Traditional Paths to Student Success

Scholarship America

As Melvin Hines, co-founder and CEO of the student-assistance app Upswing said in an interview , “When you’re a nontraditional student and you are taking classes, it can feel isolating. I think that’s the single biggest issue that nontraditional students face is that they seem to feel like they’re out on an island.”

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“National Student Leadership Congress has opened my eyes”: Future leaders realize their power in D.C. this summer. 

COE

Each year, the Council for Opportunity in Education (COE) hosts the National Student Leadership Congress (NSLC) in Washington, D.C. This six-day event empowers 150 high school TRIO program participants to address today’s societal issues and engage in a Mock Congress. Can Learn from Alaska Blog What Washington, D.C.

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The Council for Opportunity in Education Announces Academy Award-Winning Filmmaker Matthew A. Cherry as Keynote for its Annual Conference in New York City 

COE

This highly anticipated event will occur on Sunday evening, September 8, in New York City. Cherry’s keynote address, this year’s conference promises to be an unforgettable event filled with inspiration and actionable insights. Prices increase on Monday, August 12, so act now to ensure your attendance at this transformative event.

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A Deeper Study of Higher Education Leadership

The University Innovation Alliance

NU is designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and has a 50-year history of innovating around the needs of military, working, and other nontraditional students. About Weekly Wisdom Weekly Wisdom is an event series that happens live on Facebook , Twitter , and LinkedIn. It also becomes a podcast episode.

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More Than 10,000 TRIO Alumni Urge Congress to Protect Federal TRIO Programs

COE

Across the country, TRIO students, alumni, staff, and community partners will give back through local service projects, public events, and storytelling activities that showcase the power and impact of TRIO. Media Inquiries For media inquiries or to arrange an interview, please contact Terrance L.