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.

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COE

OCTOBER 30, 2023

National First-Generation College Celebration Honors First-Generation Student and Alumni Accomplishments on November 8 October 30, 2023 — by Terrance L. Hamm Seventh annual celebration to highlight first-generation corporate leaders in virtual event on Thursday, November 2 and Wednesday, November 8.

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COE

OCTOBER 16, 2024

The report highlights that students value their degrees for immediate financial returns and personal fulfillment, meeting family expectations, and contributing to their communities. This underscores the need for higher education to adopt a more holistic approach to supporting student success. this summer.

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COE

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!

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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. Hamm The gift will support first-generation and low-income college graduates of a Federal TRIO program who apply for the Thomas R.

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COE

AUGUST 21, 2024

“National Student Leadership Congress has opened my eyes”: Future leaders realize their power in D.C. In her memoir, which is also COE’s 2024 Opportunity Matters Book Club selection, Campoverdi shares her personal journey, detailing the challenges and triumphs she experienced as a first-generation college student.

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COE

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. 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.

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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

MAY 8, 2023

Hamm Senate Bill 1397 , the Educational Opportunity and Success Act, would institute commonsense reforms to make it easier for educational institutions to reach students who would benefit from these programs. I have long supported the TRIO programs and worked to ensure they reach the most needed students. WASHINGTON, D.C.—

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COE

JANUARY 17, 2023

And as we continued to extract the possible from the impossible, this year taught us that our students can change the world. Read how COE worked to advance college access and success for first-generation and low-income students and students with disabilities and serve TRIO programs nationwide in 2022.

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COE

JULY 17, 2023

Brown brings a deep understanding of the challenges faced by underrepresented students and a solid commitment to empowering them to achieve their educational goals. Dr. Brown, an accomplished higher education professional and a passionate advocate for student equity, will assume his new role on August 14, 2023. WASHINGTON, D.C.

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COE

JUNE 30, 2023

Ruben Canedo , co-chair of the University of California Systemwide Basic Needs Committee, has been instrumental in addressing food and housing insecurity among college students. Lesia Crumpton-Young , immediate past president of Texas Southern University, has profoundly impacted higher education, particularly for marginalized students.

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The University Innovation Alliance

AUGUST 25, 2022

Student Success. Although he returned to the private sector after his tenure in the Obama Administration, Secretary Duncan generously shared his views on the need for institutions to support student success, the need for government to encourage institutions in this effort, and the urgency for moving ahead with these initiatives.

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COE

JULY 12, 2024

Hamm As more first-generation college students enroll in higher education, this course becomes not just timely but essential, highlighting the growing need for support and guidance in their educational journeys. Developing a list of campus or organizational resources that support first-generation college students’ success.

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COE

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Carmouche, a trailblazing advocate for TRIO students and dedicated educator, this association stands as a testament to his lifelong commitment to educational equity and student success. Carmouche’s commitment to our students and community exemplifies the spirit of service and excellence. this summer.

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COE

AUGUST 9, 2024

These programs provide educational support to students from low-income, first-generation backgrounds, helping them to succeed in higher education and beyond. Cashman , a dedicated public servant and educational advocate, attributes much of his success to the SUNY Plattsburgh TRIO Student Support Services program.

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COE

AUGUST 1, 2024

He will share his story and insights with TRIO college access and success professionals, offering valuable lessons on perseverance, creativity, and the importance of representation in media. “We Education has played a crucial role in my journey, and I am honored to support an organization that champions access and success for all 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. However, studies show that students who study abroad tend to experience positive academic, professional, and personal outcomes.

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COE

AUGUST 15, 2024

Blog “National Student Leadership Congress has opened my eyes”: Future leaders realize their power in D.C. this summer. Blog Revised FAFSA Release Date Pushed Back – What You Need to Know!

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COE

MAY 10, 2024

However, higher education frequently serves to validate success for those who are already successful and to uphold the existing social order. This stratification is further compounded by differences in financial aid availability and college costs, which disproportionately burden low-income students with unmet financial needs.

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COE

AUGUST 8, 2023

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

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COE

NOVEMBER 18, 2023

In a world where access to technology is paramount for academic success, this gesture aimed to empower the students on their educational journey. Throughout the weekend, the symposium featured a TRIO alumni panel showcasing success stories from individuals who have also endured, persevered, and succeeded despite the odds.

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COE

DECEMBER 13, 2023

In this Year in Review, read how COE worked to advance college access and success for first-generation and low-income students and students with disabilities and serve TRIO programs nationwide in 2023.

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COE

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

The three panelists each have enjoyed great career success, but all said they could easily relate to the challenges that low-income, first-generation students face. Upward Bound Student Garners Awards, Casts Eye on the Future. The post EQUALITY, Fall 2022 appeared first on Council for Opportunity in Education.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

DECEMBER 28, 2022

“It’s very exciting to see MSIs get the attention they deserve given the role they play in educating low-income, first generation, and students of color—as well as the contributions they make to society at large.” A change in retirement law will also have higher ed impacts.

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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

MAY 8, 2023

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

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COE

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

“As this was the first time Iowa TRIO programs gathered in person since the pandemic, the excitement was incredible for staff, students, and invited elected officials alike,” said Sibyl McIntire, director of TRIO Student Support Services at Southeastern Community College.

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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

.” He emphasized the importance of providing unwavering support to students, acknowledging the power of encouragement and positivity. 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.

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COE

JUNE 3, 2025

As a first-generation college student from a low-income family in Eastern Kentucky Appalachia, I needed TRIO to prepare me for higher education, said TRIO Upward Bound and Student Support Services alumnus Charles Hargis. This is a clear message to Congress: TRIO works and must be protected. this summer.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 24, 2025

The Trump Administration has issued warnings to colleges and universities nationwide that continuing race-based decision-making could jeopardize federal fundinga critical resource many institutions depend on for Pell Grants and federal student loan programs. Meanwhile, Republican legislators have applauded the board's decision.

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COE

MAY 2, 2025

Hamm President Trumps newly released 2026 budget proposes the complete elimination of the Federal TRIO Programs, which have helped millions of low-income, first-generation students – including veterans, adult learners, and students with disabilities – succeed in higher education for over 60 years. this summer.

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