Videos by Council for Opportunity in Education - COE in Washington D.C.. COE is the only national organization dedicated to furthering the expansion of educational opportunities for low-income and first-generation students
🚨 Big News! 🚨 We're thrilled to announce that Academy Award-winning filmmaker and former NFL wide receiver Matthew A. Cherry will be the keynote speaker at COE's annual conference on September 8 in NYC! Don't miss this incredible opportunity to hear his inspiring journey. Register today before prices increase on August 12. #COEAC2024 #TRIOWorks #TRIOTurns60
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🚨 Big News! 🚨 We're thrilled to announce that Academy Award-winning filmmaker and former NFL wide receiver Matthew A. Cherry will be the keynote speaker at COE's annual conference on September 8 in NYC! Don't miss this incredible opportunity to hear his inspiring journey. Register today before prices increase on August 12. #COEAC2024 #TRIOWorks #TRIOTurns60 https://coenet.org/annual-conference/
Every year, COE has the privilege of empowering COE-member institutions to make a real impact on the lives of first-generation college students. These grants are not just about funding – they’re about creating opportunities, igniting innovation, and fostering lasting change. Apply for funds here: https://bit.ly/CelebrateFirst-Gen #CelebrateFirstGen #TRIOworks
📣 A Heartfelt Thank You to All TRIO College Access and Success Professionals! 🎉We want to extend our deepest gratitude to the over 500 dedicated TRIO professionals who attended this week’s TRIO Student Support Services proposal writing workshop in Philadelphia. Your commitment to advancing educational opportunities is truly inspiring. Our members-only workshops are designed to provide grant applicants with hands-on, individualized support from experienced TRIO leaders, and your participation helps make these events a success. We're proud to share that recent workshops have yielded an impressive 81% success rate for participants who received customized critiques of their draft applications. Thank you for your hard work, enthusiasm, and dedication to making a difference in the lives of students nationwide. Together, we are building brighter futures! #TRIOWorks #StudentSupportServices #TRIOStudentSupportServices
Don’t miss this chance to be part of the most important event for financial aid professionals. Join COE Vice President of Research Terry Vaughan 3rd, Ph.D. at the Student Financial Aid Research Network (SFARN) Conference, July 10-12, the leading platform for financial aid researchers and practitioners to connect, collaborate, and innovate. Secure your spot today at https://www.pellinstitute.org/sfarn/ #FinAidChat #TRIOWorks
TRIO Trivia
Whether you're a TRIO veteran or new to the scene, get ready to test your knowledge and celebrate 60 years of TRIO with #TRIOTrivia! Check out the latest trivia questions below or learn more at https://coenet.org/celebrating-60-years-of-trio-excellence/. #TRIOTurns60 #TRIOWorks
Annual Conference early bird pricing has been extended!
We’ve extended the early bird registration deadline to Friday, May 31! Register today and save: https://coenet.org/annual-conference/#TRIOWorks #COEAC2024 #TRIOTurns60
It's officially intern season at COE! Meet Henry, Misael, Adryan and Paris. If you have any advice for them, drop it in the comments below! #TRIOworks #Interns #Internship
Get ready to be inspired! Senator Jon Tester (D-MT) is bringing his voice to the stage at the Legislative Conference! Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to engage and learn. Secure your spot for the Policy Seminar today here: https://coenet.org/policy-seminar/. #COEPS2024 #TRIOWorks ✨
Get ready to be inspired! U.S. Secretary Miguel Cardona is bringing his voice to the stage at the Seminar on Relations with the U.S. Department of Education! Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to learn. Secure your spot for the Policy Seminar today: https://coenet.org/policy-seminar/ #COEPS2024 #TRIOWorks
March is here, and you know what that means – it's time for Policy Seminar! Senator Jon Tester(D-MT) is bringing his voice to the stage at the Legislative Conference. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to engage and learn. Only 16 days left until Policy Seminar! Secure your spot today: https://coenet.org/policy-seminar/ #COEPS2024 #TRIOworks
We are pleased to announce that COE is partnering with the Institute of International Education Center for Access and Equity to enhance and support existing and new programming and activities aimed at increasing #StudyAbroad participation among low-income, first-generation students, and students with disabilities in college or university. “The push for greater access and inclusivity in the field of education is a long-term, collaborative practice; when organizations like the Council for Opportunity in Education join us, it affirms that IIE is going in the right direction,” said Courtney Temple, Executive Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer of IIE. Learn more about the partnership here: https://coenet.org/news-impact/press-releases/the-council-for-opportunity-in-education-announces-new-partnership-with-the-institute-of-international-education-center-for-access-and-equity/ #TRIOworks #studyabroadday
Nominate a TRIO alumnus to join them as the Council prepares to laud a fresh constellation of extraordinary TRIO luminaries during #COEAC2024 in the vibrant heart of New York City. The 2024 call for nominations is officially live at https://coenet.org/national-trio-achiever-award/ Be the catalyst of change and nominate the next Trailblazer, but hurry. The opportunity vanishes like stardust on Friday, March 29! #TRIOWorks @thentaa
Onboarding Orientation for TRIO Professionals
Participants in our virtual orientation seminar shared reasons why new and seasoned TRIO professionals should participate in Onboarding. Register for the next set of sessions starting Monday, February 12, at 11 a.m. ET Register here: https://coenet.org/conferences-events/onboarding-orientation-for-trio-professionals-2/ #TRIOWorks
On #GivingTuesday, join us in celebrating 42 years of transformative leadership! In honor of Maureen Hoyler's remarkable 42 years of service, COE invites you to participate in our special fundraising campaign. Donate here: https://access.coenet.org/COE/OnlineDonation$42for42YearsofServiceCampaign.aspx #TRIOWorks #GivingTuesday2023
Missed our first broadcast? No worries! Join us for the second showing on Wednesday, November 8, from 6-7 pm ET. This year, our National First-Generation College Celebration Event features panelists from Disney, Sony, Major League Baseball, and Comcast. Discover how they empower the next generation of first-gen leaders. Register here: https://naspa.zoom.us/webinar/register/9416972244194/WN_VdjGHoc4QbGgUGH57u2wJA#/registration #CelebrateFirstGen #TRIOworks
Tomorrow, Thursday, November 2, at 1:00 p.m. ET, the Council and the Center for First-generation Student Success will kick off an inspiring virtual conversation. We're bringing together accomplished #firstgen graduates who lead some of the world's most prominent companies. Don't miss this opportunity to #CelebrateFirstGen, hear about their remarkable journeys, and discover how they are creating pathways for future first-gen leaders! Register here: https://bit.ly/3Qkrp0a #TRIOworks
Make plans to watch the 2023 National First-Generation College Celebration Virtual Event co-hosted by COE and the Center for First-generation Student Success! This year, the event centers on first-generation college students' career trajectories by featuring a panel of first-generation graduates who have ascended into senior leader roles in some of the world's most recognizable companies. This FREE event will broadcast twice in early November. Register to attend here: http://bit.ly/3Qkrp0a #CelebrateFirstGen #TRIOworks