COE

JULY 15, 2025

Hamm COE is inviting community colleges—with or without a current SSS program—to apply for the inaugural COE Award for Institutional Effectiveness, which will bestow $10,000 each on three campuses that have successfully embedded TRIO Student Support Services practices into their wider student success strategies. WASHINGTON, D.C.

First generation

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Before leading Bennett College, she served as deputy director of postsecondary success at the Gates Foundation and held positions at the Lumina Foundation and the Heinz Endowments. CityU' officials said that the selection of Walsh aligns with its mission of providing career-relevant education to nontraditional students.

Nontraditional student

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

AUGUST 21, 2023

This institute will seek to close the academic barriers that marginalized and nontraditional students face in higher education. Our mission is to deliver accessible, world-class student experiences by providing quality programs and services that ensure student success through meaningful learning," said Stewart. "We

Nontraditional student

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 3, 2024

The report emphasizes that effective communication and collaboration within an institution and between institutions and organizations are essential to success. “If Reentry and reintegration needs must be individually assessed and prioritized for each student on a case-by-case basis.

Nontraditional student

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

The 22 colleges and 88 campuses within the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG), and four-year North Carolina Central University (NCCU) have continued to embrace technology as a tool to improve and expand educational opportunities, especially for nontraditional students, through the creation of hyflex or hybrid courses.

Instruction

COE

APRIL 16, 2024

Demystifying Graduate School: A Guide for First-Gen BIPOC and Nontraditional Students April 16, 2024 — by Yvette Martinez-Vu and Miroslava Chavez-Garcia Is Grad School for Me? Representation is crucial, and we acknowledge the unique challenges faced by first-gen BIPOC students. the Pacific Islands, and Puerto Rico!

Nontraditional student

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.

Success

Scholarship America

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

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.”

Student success

COE

AUGUST 26, 2024

by Jada Walker Click to view the page: Supporting First-Generation College Students This Back-to-School Season Blog Supporting First-Generation College Students This Back-to-School Season by Nicole Brunt Click to view the page: Balancing Acts: 2024 Wolanin Intern and Mother of Four Recalls Her Journey to Capitol Hill Blog Balancing Acts: 2024 Wolanin (..)

First generation

Civitas Learning

MAY 28, 2024

Austin Community College (ACC) is one of many institutions committed to student success amidst this enrollment uptick, especially among first-generation and underrepresented students. Engagement tracking ACC’s data confirms that students who engage with their advisors are more likely to persist and graduate.

Community college

COE

AUGUST 26, 2024

by Jada Walker Click to view the page: Supporting First-Generation College Students This Back-to-School Season Blog Supporting First-Generation College Students This Back-to-School Season by Nicole Brunt Click to view the page: Balancing Acts: 2024 Wolanin Intern and Mother of Four Recalls Her Journey to Capitol Hill Blog Balancing Acts: 2024 Wolanin (..)

Mental health

COE

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Aaron Brown, executive vice President of COE and a TRIO Student Support Services alumnus, moderated the discussion by emphasizing the potential of TRIO data. It can address broader questions surrounding college access and success for low-income, first-generation students,” said Brown.

Education

COE

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

” Bonilla, the first in his family to attend college, went on to earn a degree in journalism from the University of Texas at Austin, which launched his successful career in television broadcasting before he was elected to Congress. And it happened because TRIO works.”

First generation

COE

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

by Jada Walker Click to view the page: Supporting First-Generation College Students This Back-to-School Season Blog Supporting First-Generation College Students This Back-to-School Season by Nicole Brunt Click to view the page: Balancing Acts: 2024 Wolanin Intern and Mother of Four Recalls Her Journey to Capitol Hill Blog Balancing Acts: 2024 Wolanin (..)

Inclusion

COE

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

by Jada Walker Click to view the page: Supporting First-Generation College Students This Back-to-School Season Blog Supporting First-Generation College Students This Back-to-School Season by Nicole Brunt Click to view the page: Balancing Acts: 2024 Wolanin Intern and Mother of Four Recalls Her Journey to Capitol Hill Blog Balancing Acts: 2024 Wolanin (..)

Education

COE

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Representative Adriano Espaillat Addresses Diversity and Education at COE Annual Conference appeared first on Council for Opportunity in Education.

Education

Scholarship America

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

But as they navigate the tricky path from aspirations to success, it’s just as important to provide and foster these three types of connections. By doing so, we can help assure students that they’re not alone, and that they can succeed in a post-COVID college landscape.

Low income student

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.

First generation

COE

AUGUST 15, 2024

Cherry as Keynote for its Annual Conference in New York City Click to view the page: Balancing Acts: 2024 Wolanin Intern and Mother of Four Recalls Her Journey to Capitol Hill Blog Balancing Acts: 2024 Wolanin Intern and Mother of Four Recalls Her Journey to Capitol Hill by Ni’Aisha Banks Click to view the page: The Council for Opportunity (..)

First generation

COE

MAY 3, 2024

In this issue, we also highlight our FY 25 appropriations ask to Congress for a $68 million increase for TRIO; insights and updates surrounding the 2024-25 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA); and the TRIO success story of our 2024 Thomas R. Wolanin Congressional Intern Ni’Aisha Banks.

First generation

COE

AUGUST 21, 2024

this summer.

Leadership

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.

First generation

COE

AUGUST 9, 2024

Cashman , a dedicated public servant and educational advocate, attributes much of his success to the SUNY Plattsburgh TRIO Student Support Services program. His success story is a testament to the impact of the TRIO programs. ” The 2024 National TRIO Achiever honorees are: Michael S. diplomacy and international relations.

Education

COE

AUGUST 15, 2024

Cherry as Keynote for its Annual Conference in New York City Click to view the page: Balancing Acts: 2024 Wolanin Intern and Mother of Four Recalls Her Journey to Capitol Hill Blog Balancing Acts: 2024 Wolanin Intern and Mother of Four Recalls Her Journey to Capitol Hill by Ni’Aisha Banks Click to view the page: The Council for Opportunity (..)

First generation

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. Margaret Cahalan , Ph.D. , The statistics reported by the Pell Institute continue to show increasing inequity of opportunity, emphasizing the critical need for collaborative solutions.”

Low income student

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.”

First generation

COE

JULY 12, 2024

Key topics covered in the course include: Identifying the defining characteristics of first-generation college students within a historical context to gain insights into their strengths and opportunities for growth. Developing a list of campus or organizational resources that support first-generation college students’ success.

Higher education

COE

MAY 31, 2024

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First generation

The University Innovation Alliance

AUGUST 24, 2023

I've dedicated my life to helping more and more diverse students be more successful in the world of higher education so that they have more opportunities in their lives. If it wasn't for the education opportunities I had and the right people showing up at the right time, there's no chance I'd be doing the kind of work I'm doing now.

Higher education