Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 9, 2023

Vanessa Cerano, a master’s candidate in educational leadership at the California State University, Fullerton College of Education Vanessa Cerano was always curious about academic research, but she, like Evans, never saw herself actually doing any. “I MCT Scholars receive mentoring and professional development, as well as a stipend.

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APRIL 16, 2024

One of the biggest factors for us is getting our leadership involved and getting them to support the work.” One of the things we changed in our mission was also a focus on leadership because we believe it is important to invest in the future of the young people that are going to further LGBTQ rights.” The opposite is true for Leyva. “As

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MARCH 14, 2024

Hamm Although not a TRIO alumnus himself, with hard work and the support of quality educators and mentors, Secretary Cardona became a first-generation college graduate. Cardona During Its 43rd Annual Policy Seminar on Capitol Hill March 14, 2024 — by Terrance L.

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DECEMBER 1, 2023

She joined us on the Weekly Wisdom Podcast to talk about the mindset of accepting new leadership challenges, the responsibilities of institutional leaders as employers, required skills for effective leadership, and navigating the small world of higher ed. My parents had high school degrees but didn't talk much about college.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 5, 2024

Approved proposals came from a wide range of departments and fields and included funding requests for ideas such as nutrition-themed exhibits, a peer leadership and mentorship program for international students, a study abroad program in Hawaii, and a diversity career panel series for students from marginalized communities.

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NOVEMBER 1, 2023

How TRIO Upward Bound Helps Me Navigate a Path to Success Affordable Connectivity and My Journey as the First College-Goer in My Family Encouraging Dialogue Between TRIO Students and Law Enforcement Open the Link to FAFSA Success: Your Journey Begins Now! Read this and more in the Fall 2023 issue of Equality , now available for download.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 26, 2023

NAU applied for classification and then appointed key leadership to ensure we serve our Hispanic students well,” Cruz Rivera said. GBC hosts Hispanic Heritage Month events, encourages participation in the Organization for Latin Americans, provides bilingual resources and creates leadership opportunities.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 23, 2023

As a first-generation college student, she appreciated the process of education and embraced its transformative aspects. It generated excitement and investment in current programs, our students and scholarships,” she said. “We Conway-Turner was a Kellogg’s fellow, which is a leadership program with leaders from across fields.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 10, 2024

He advocates for first-generation, low-income students, participating in the establishment of the Penn First Plus Office and launching a student advisory board in 2018 to provide a voice for FGLI students in the college.

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AUGUST 13, 2023

A graduate of the  University of South Carolina , she credits her understanding of the unique challenges confronting first-generation, low-income students to her participation in the Opportunity Scholars Program (OSP), a subset of TRIO Student Support Services , during college. 

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 24, 2023

I'm a former foster child, and I'm a student who struggled with food insecurities and housing insecurities, and I'm a first-generation college student, but I went to Sac State and it was an environment where I had mentors and people who supported me, and programs and services that I benefited from,” Wood said in an interview with Diverse.

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OCTOBER 9, 2023

It enrolls roughly 43% first-generation Latino students. There are three core areas that institutions are asked to demonstrate to qualify to receive the Seal: (1) data, (2) practice, and (3) leadership. Approximately 49% are Pell Grant eligible or have first-generation, low-income backgrounds.

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JULY 25, 2023

“My son [is] able to be in his program and not only see people that look like him but work with people that look like him and receive mentoring from people who look like him.” and New York City for the first time. ” appeared first on Council for Opportunity in Education. Vil , a parent of a Young Doctor.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

DECEMBER 8, 2022

This year, Hall published an article with the Journal of First-Generation Student Success about the lived experiences of Black undocumented students, highlighting the ways higher education has excluded them from immigration discourse and support.

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MAY 10, 2024

The new report also highlights disparities in degree completion rates based on socioeconomic status, with first-generation and low-income students facing significant barriers to persistence and graduation. the Pacific Islands, and Puerto Rico. Its membership includes more than 1,000 colleges and agencies.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 20, 2023

After AT&T and Southern Bell merged, HISPA leadership decided to keep the group intact and in 2007 voted to become the independent nonprofit organization it is today. There is also HISPA’s Latinos in College, a leadership development program for mostly first-year, first-generation students.

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COE

MAY 3, 2024

January to May 2024 At COE’s Policy Seminar, Secretary Cardona urged education advocates to action, stressing the importance of advocacy, inclusivity, and collective effort to advance educational equity, drawing from his personal journey as a first-generation college student.

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COE

JULY 17, 2023

The Council for Opportunity in Education (COE), the leading non-profit organization dedicated to expanding educational opportunities for low-income, first-generation students, announced today the appointment of Aaron Brown, Ph.D., WASHINGTON, D.C. as its new executive vice president. ” Dr. Brown holds a Ph.D.

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JUNE 30, 2023

Hamm These outstanding alumni of the Federal TRIO programs have demonstrated exemplary leadership, dedication, and commitment to advancing educational opportunities and breaking barriers for underprivileged students. Their dedication and leadership have transformed lives and inspired countless others. WASHINGTON, D.C.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 20, 2023

It’s [an] optimal time for new leadership,” said Fox. Fox describes herself as an idea generator. She said the institution is very proud of its social mobility ranking and its commitment to Pell recipients and first-generation college students. They have leadership and co-curricular programming.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Carolina Gonzalez Mike Peters/Montclair State University “We focused on everything from defining manhood to maximizing financial aid awards, to career development and leadership,” says Jean. In 2020, Jean moved to the office of the provost, where his work has focused primarily on limited income and first-generation students.

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COE

MARCH 10, 2023

President Biden Continues to Prioritize Federal TRIO Programs in FY 2024 Budget March 10, 2023 — by Kimberly Jones The proposed increase will help put many first-generation, low-income students on the path to college access, success, and the American Dream. It is said that a budget reflects one’s values.

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COE

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

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

MARCH 20, 2024

Reflecting on the lessons learned over 60 years of TRIO, President Jones emphasized the importance of unity across racial and geographical lines in advocating for low-income, first-generation college students. Increase for TRIO for FY 2023 Advocacy Update Congress Announces Bipartisan Funding Deal, Includes 4.7%

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COE

APRIL 24, 2024

Reflecting on his own journey as a first-generation college student, Secretary Cardona underscored the impact of his experiences on his role as Secretary of Education. .” He emphasized the importance of providing unwavering support to students, acknowledging the power of encouragement and positivity.

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COE

MAY 8, 2023

Congress created the TRIO programs because it recognized that low-income, first-generation students often face significant financial and societal obstacles to accessing and achieving success in higher education. I have long supported the TRIO programs and worked to ensure they reach the most needed students.

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COE

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Hamm Discover how the IIE Center for Access and Equity’s partnership with COE is revolutionizing study abroad opportunities for low-income, first-generation, and disabled students. Jones remarked, “For over 20 years, COE has provided pathways for low-income, first-generation students to participate in study abroad programs.

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SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Boyden Professor of Psychology and Director of the Center for Evidence-based Mentoring at the University of Massachusetts, Boston. 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

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 6, 2023

It subsequently led him to the University of Texas at Austin, where he was the first Latinx person to receive a Ph.D. from the Community College Leadership Program. Roueche Center for Community College Leadership, Kansas State University, and a friend of de los Santos for more than 50 years. Roueche, executive director, John E.

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OCTOBER 2, 2023

When people ask me about my work, they often wonder if my motivation stems from being a low-income, first-generation college student myself. However, I am ready to serve and continue the work necessary to ensure success for our first-generation, low-income students in getting to and through college.

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AUGUST 8, 2023

Beyond a mere trip, this experience fostered a global perspective and essential leadership skills. July to September 2023 COE’s 2023 Keith Sherin Global Leaders Study Abroad Program in the Netherlands was a life-altering journey for 18 TRIO college students. Read more in the Summer 2023 issue of Equality , now available for download. .”

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COE

MAY 8, 2023

Blog Revised FAFSA Release Date Pushed Back – What You Need to Know!

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NOVEMBER 8, 2022

” Panelists discussed the importance of mentors, defying the odds as a member of an underrepresented group in a competitive industry, and how TRIO projects can collaborate with local entities to promote STEAM opportunities for students. Executive Leadership Institute Convenes Leaders of TRIO State Associations. DOWNLOAD HERE.

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COE

MARCH 11, 2024

for our Policy Seminar and working with you throughout the year to increase the federal investment in our nation’s first-generation, low-income students. We look forward to seeing you next week in Washington, D.C. , Get in Touch Questions? Contact COE Vice President for Public Policy Diane Shust.

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COE

JANUARY 7, 2024

During a first-generation-to-college celebration, my colleague shared her positive experiences with empower. Submitting help desk tickets for assistance, whether for day-to-day functions or APR data issues, results in timely and effective responses. A colleague at a state university has experienced this support firsthand.

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MAY 8, 2024

Inside the UIA’s 2023 Annual Report bridget Thu, 05/09/2024 - 00:10 Image Graduation Higher Ed Leadership Student Success University Innovation Lab This coming October, the University Innovation Alliance (UIA) will celebrate ten years of collaborating with higher education institutions to increase their graduation rates.

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UofO First-Generation Student Support Blog

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

TRIO includes eight programs targeted to serve and assist low-income individuals, first-generation college students, and individuals with disabilities to progress through the academic pipeline from middle school to postbaccalaureate programs. Share our upcoming First Generation Leadership Training with your students!

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