Equity, Inclusion and Nontraditional student

Demystifying Graduate School: A Guide for First-Gen BIPOC and Nontraditional Students

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

Nontraditional student First generation Curriculum Low income student

National University Announced The Launch Of The Cause Research Institute

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. Dr. Thomas Stewart, vice chancellor for Social Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, was named as the inaugural executive director of CRI.

Nontraditional student

Nontraditional student University Equity Inclusion

Maintaining Inclusive Campuses After Affirmative Action: Educators Discuss Pathways Forward

COE

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Maintaining Inclusive Campuses After Affirmative Action: Educators Discuss Pathways Forward November 1, 2024 — by Holly Hexter Educators say campuses can maintain multicultural, supportive environments in the aftermath of mandates eliminating affirmative action and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices.

Inclusion

Inclusion Education First generation Nontraditional student

Expanding Horizons: The 2024 Keith Sherin Global Leaders Program

COE

AUGUST 26, 2024

Abby Hudson, a participant from Glenville State University, reflected on the lessons she learned about inclusion, diversity, and understanding different cultural contexts. This connection to her roots while abroad highlights the program’s ability to create a sense of belonging, even in a foreign land.

First generation

First generation Nontraditional student Leadership Low income student

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

COE

OCTOBER 16, 2024

. “The more we can harness the power of data, the better equipped we’ll be to advocate for the resources and support our students need.” Can Learn from Alaska Blog What Washington, D.C. Blog Veterans Upward Bound Programs Commemorate Memorial Day with Activities and Ceremonies Across the U.S.

Education

Education First generation Nontraditional student Leadership

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

COE

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

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.

Education

Education First generation Nontraditional student Leadership

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

COE

AUGUST 26, 2024

Can Learn from Alaska Blog What Washington, D.C. Blog Veterans Upward Bound Programs Commemorate Memorial Day with Activities and Ceremonies Across the U.S.

Mental health

Mental health Nontraditional student First generation Leadership

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

COE

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Can Learn from Alaska Blog What Washington, D.C. Blog Veterans Upward Bound Programs Commemorate Memorial Day with Activities and Ceremonies Across the U.S.

Education

Education Nontraditional student First generation Leadership

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

COE

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Can Learn from Alaska Blog What Washington, D.C. Blog Veterans Upward Bound Programs Commemorate Memorial Day with Activities and Ceremonies Across the U.S.

First generation

First generation Students Leadership Nontraditional student

EQUALITY, Spring 2024

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.

First generation

First generation FAFSA Nontraditional student Leadership

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

COE

AUGUST 15, 2024

During this back-to-school season, let’s commit to making a difference in the lives of first-generation college students. Understanding their challenges and potential can create a more inclusive and supportive educational environment that empowers students to achieve their dreams.

First generation

First generation Students Nontraditional student Leadership

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

Hamm This comprehensive report provides a 50-year historical trend analysis, shedding light on the state of equity in higher education and offering insights to policymakers, educators, and the public on how to improve educational opportunities and outcomes. WASHINGTON, D.C. “The alarms are sounding for the U.S.,

Low income student

Low income student First generation Higher education Equity

EQUALITY, Summer 2024

COE

AUGUST 15, 2024

Can Learn from Alaska Blog What Washington, D.C. Blog Veterans Upward Bound Programs Commemorate Memorial Day with Activities and Ceremonies Across the U.S.

First generation

First generation Leadership Equity Nontraditional student

“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. Blog Veterans Upward Bound Programs Commemorate Memorial Day with Activities and Ceremonies Across the U.S.

Leadership

Leadership First generation Students Nontraditional student

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

COE

AUGUST 9, 2024

Their dedication to educational equity, community service, and leadership is a powerful example of what TRIO alumni can achieve. His leadership has driven positive change and fostered a spirit of inclusivity and progress in his community; he serves as the Town Supervisor of Plattsburgh, New York. DeRionne P.

Education

Education First generation Leadership Nontraditional student

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

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. Named in honor of the late Robert L. The new chapter will be formally announced at a special ceremony on Friday, August 30, at the University.

First generation

First generation Education University Leadership

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

COE

JULY 12, 2024

Applying culturally responsive advising techniques to normalize help-seeking behaviors among first-generation college students. Creating a cross-campus, cross-functional plan to build and/or expand advising networks to support the unique needs of first-generation college students. Can Learn from Alaska Blog What Washington, D.C.

Higher education

Higher education Education First generation Advising

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

Can Learn from Alaska Blog What Washington, D.C. Blog Veterans Upward Bound Programs Commemorate Memorial Day with Activities and Ceremonies Across the U.S.

First generation

First generation Education Nontraditional student Leadership

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

Can Learn from Alaska Blog What Washington, D.C. Blog Veterans Upward Bound Programs Commemorate Memorial Day with Activities and Ceremonies Across the U.S.

First generation

First generation Grant Education Nontraditional student

Henry Bonilla Honored with 2024 COE Lifetime TRIO Achievement Award

COE

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Can Learn from Alaska Blog What Washington, D.C. Blog Veterans Upward Bound Programs Commemorate Memorial Day with Activities and Ceremonies Across the U.S.

Nontraditional student

Nontraditional student First generation Leadership FAFSA

Student Success Central

Demystifying Graduate School: A Guide for First-Gen BIPOC and Nontraditional Students

National University Announced The Launch Of The Cause Research Institute

Trending Sources

Maintaining Inclusive Campuses After Affirmative Action: Educators Discuss Pathways Forward

Expanding Horizons: The 2024 Keith Sherin Global Leaders Program

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

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

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

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

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

EQUALITY, Spring 2024

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

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

EQUALITY, Summer 2024

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

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

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

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

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

Henry Bonilla Honored with 2024 COE Lifetime TRIO Achievement Award

Stay Connected