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Council for Opportunity in Education Condemns President Trump’s Proposal to Eliminate Federal TRIO Programs

COE

MAY 2, 2025

The Council for Opportunity in Education (COE) condemns President Trumps 2026 budget proposal , which calls for the complete elimination of the Federal TRIO Programsa longstanding, bipartisan initiative proven to expand access to higher education for low-income and first-generation students. However, data from the U.S.

Expanding Horizons: The 2024 Keith Sherin Global Leaders Program

COE

AUGUST 26, 2024

Can Learn from Alaska Blog What Washington, D.C. McNair and Perseverance Blog Ronald E.

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The Door: A Lifeline for New York City’s Youth

COE

AUGUST 26, 2024

Can Learn from Alaska Blog What Washington, D.C. McNair and Perseverance Blog Ronald E.

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Three TRIO Leaders Honored with the 2024 Walter O. Mason Jr. Award for Exceptional Contributions to Educational Opportunity

COE

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

This prestigious accolade, COE’s highest honor, recognizes individuals for their outstanding contributions to educational opportunity programs and their unwavering commitment to advancing access for low-income, first-generation students and students with disabilities. The 2024 award recipients included Randolph Holly Jr.,

Education

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Data’s Role in Shaping Education Policy Highlighted at COE Conference

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. McNair and Perseverance Blog Ronald E.

Education

Education First generation Nontraditional student Leadership

Maintaining Inclusive Campuses After Affirmative Action: Educators Discuss Pathways Forward

COE

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

And she expressed concern about “the spillover impact” of the Supreme Court’s ruling on student support programs and scholarships dedicated to underrepresented students. To better assure that all students are adequately prepared for college, the College Board is working hard to expand access to AP-level classwork, said Hastings.

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Henry Bonilla Honored with 2024 COE Lifetime TRIO Achievement Award

COE

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

” Bonilla’s speech underscored TRIO’s life-changing impact and his unwavering commitment to ensuring future generations have access to similar opportunities. Can Learn from Alaska Blog What Washington, D.C. McNair and Perseverance Blog Ronald E.

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U.S. Representative Adriano Espaillat Addresses Diversity and Education at COE Annual Conference

COE

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

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Education

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The Connections that Keep Students on Track

Scholarship America

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

And that’s true throughout their college career: first-gen college seniors are 10-13% less likely to have discussed their career goals with faculty; interviewed or shadowed someone in their field or done any professional networking (according to the 2021 NSSE Career & Workforce Preparation Module).

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New Report from Pell Institute Reveals How Black, Latinx, and Indigenous Students Perceive the Value of College Degrees

COE

OCTOBER 16, 2024

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EQUALITY, Spring 2024

COE

MAY 3, 2024

Can Learn from Alaska Blog What Washington, D.C. Jones as Its Third President Press Releases Council for Opportunity in Education Board of Directors Unanimously Chooses Kimberly A. McNair and Perseverance Blog Ronald E.

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Supporting First-Generation College Students This Back-to-School Season

COE

AUGUST 15, 2024

Can Learn from Alaska Blog What Washington, D.C. Jones as Its Third President Press Releases Council for Opportunity in Education Board of Directors Unanimously Chooses Kimberly A. McNair and Perseverance Blog Ronald E.

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

COE

AUGUST 21, 2024

Can Learn from Alaska Blog What Washington, D.C. Jones as Its Third President Press Releases Council for Opportunity in Education Board of Directors Unanimously Chooses Kimberly A. McNair and Perseverance Blog Ronald E.

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New Pell Institute Report Shows Decline in the Global Position of the United States in Bachelor’s Attainment, Increasing Inequality of College Opportunity at Home

COE

MAY 10, 2024

This paradox of higher education underscores the complex interplay between higher education access, socioeconomic status, and social mobility. Disparities in access to quality education, financial resources, and support services often result in unequal educational outcomes along socioeconomic lines.

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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

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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The Council for Opportunity in Education Receives a Major Grant to Extend Opportunities to First-Generation and Low-Income Recent College Graduates Nationwide

COE

MAY 31, 2024

Wolanin established the program in memory of Dr. Wolanin, who championed student financial aid and college access. Through its numerous membership services, the Council works in conjunction with colleges, universities, and agencies to help low-income students enter college and graduate. COE and the family of Thomas R.

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EQUALITY, Summer 2024

COE

AUGUST 15, 2024

Can Learn from Alaska Blog What Washington, D.C. Jones as Its Third President Press Releases Council for Opportunity in Education Board of Directors Unanimously Chooses Kimberly A. McNair and Perseverance Blog Ronald E.

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First generation Leadership Equity Nontraditional student

The Council for Opportunity in Education Announces Partnership with NACADA to Launch Credentialing Opportunity for Higher Education Professionals

COE

JULY 12, 2024

Can Learn from Alaska Blog What Washington, D.C. Jones as Its Third President Press Releases Council for Opportunity in Education Board of Directors Unanimously Chooses Kimberly A. McNair and Perseverance Blog Ronald E.

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The Council for Opportunity in Education Applauds the University of Louisiana-Lafayette for Inaugurating the Carmouche TRIO Alumni Association

COE

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

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The Council for Opportunity in Education Announces 2024 National TRIO Achiever Award Recipients

COE

AUGUST 9, 2024

Can Learn from Alaska Blog What Washington, D.C. Jones as Its Third President Press Releases Council for Opportunity in Education Board of Directors Unanimously Chooses Kimberly A. McNair and Perseverance Blog Ronald E.

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Council for Opportunity in Education Condemns President Trump’s Proposal to Eliminate Federal TRIO Programs

Expanding Horizons: The 2024 Keith Sherin Global Leaders Program

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The Door: A Lifeline for New York City’s Youth

Three TRIO Leaders Honored with the 2024 Walter O. Mason Jr. Award for Exceptional Contributions to Educational Opportunity

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Henry Bonilla Honored with 2024 COE Lifetime TRIO Achievement Award

U.S. Representative Adriano Espaillat Addresses Diversity and Education at COE Annual Conference

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New Report from Pell Institute Reveals How Black, Latinx, and Indigenous Students Perceive the Value of College Degrees

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New Pell Institute Report Shows Decline in the Global Position of the United States in Bachelor’s Attainment, Increasing Inequality of College Opportunity at Home

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

The Council for Opportunity in Education Receives a Major Grant to Extend Opportunities to First-Generation and Low-Income Recent College Graduates Nationwide

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