In case you don't receive these emails and wanted to attend the UB grant
writing workshop!

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Date: Thu, Dec 16, 2021 at 12:13 PM
Subject: BREAKING: Upward Bound Final RFP released. Register for COE's last
Proposal Writing Workshop today!
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*THURSDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2021*
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*Upward Bound programs, register for the upcoming Proposal Writing Workshop
today <https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJQDAOW>.*



*Upward Bound Proposal Writing Workshop (for Institutional Members Only) |
Tuesday and Wednesday, January 4-5, 2022 from 11:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. ET
(both days) | FREE *| Using group exercises, thoughtful discussions, and
experienced faculty, COE will host a proposal writing workshop to assist
participants in writing a competitive grant proposal. Critical areas of the
proposal will be dissected and reviewed carefully with participants, and
helpful hints learned from past competitions. Critiques of proposals will
take place *on January 6-7*. To programs requesting a proposal critique,
COE will send instructions a few days before the PWW. Register here
<https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJZMSFZ>.

   - Participants must register by *4:00 p.m. ET* *on January 3 *(no
   exceptions) and have current membership status. *Please note that this
   is an event for members only as COE membership benefits. *
   - *If your registration shows a price, don't hesitate to contact Vanessa
   Ramirez at** [log in to unmask]* <[log in to unmask]>* to
   discuss membership options.*

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*COE invites applications for its STEAM Clubs for
<https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJSGPPR>Jurassic World: Dominion
<https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJQRATZ>.*



*COE*, *Internet Essentials from Comcast*, and *NBCUniversal *invite your
students to join our STEAM clubs
<https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJVKOPO> offering new curricula
themed in connection with the upcoming new Jurassic movie *Jurassic World:
Dominion*. Here's an opportunity to use the exciting science of *Jurassic
World* to engage your TRIO students in real-world projects based on
paleontology, animatronics, genetics, and DNA, and more!  Apply here
<https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJKZWLI> before *December 20*.



*For pre-college youth in grades 9 through 12:*

   - Selected projects will receive supplemental funding to support their
   project. Contact *Nicole Norfles* at [log in to unmask] for more
   information.
   - Each club must engage at least ten students in curricula for five
   2-hour sessions. *Twenty TRIO projects will be selected for
   participation during Winter and Summer 2022*.
   - Select participants will be able to attend the Comcast Jurassic STEAM
   Symposium to showcase their projects in *June 2022*.

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*Register now for Policy Seminar 2022: Participate back in-person in
Washington, DC or online <https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJVHMIO>!*



*Sunday through Wednesday, March 20-23* | Early Bird registration ends
Monday, January 31. Register here
<https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJMMWII>.



Testimonials from past attendees:

   - *"Policy Seminar is a game-changer, these advocacy skills are
   incredibly transferrable. These kinds of experiences can totally enhance
   your professional development--even though they're kind of intimidating."*
   - *"Your attendance at Policy Seminar makes a difference! Even if you
   are awed by the political process, take the step forward and be willing to
   use your voice for your students. TRIO has many mentors who would love to
   help you with the process."*
   - *"You will not be disappointed! Policy Seminar is true advocacy in
   action, visiting the Hill offices as a group is extremely valuable. My
   favorite COE event!"*
   - *"Policy Seminar is where you experience firsthand the importance in
   personally advocating for and providing a voice on behalf of your
   students!"*

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*Why Policy Seminar Matters: What Happens and How to Pay for It
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*Wednesday, January 12, 2022 from 12:30 to 2:00 p.m. ET | FREE* | While
grant funding may cover some portions of the Policy Seminar, it does not
cover other portions--namely, the lobbying activities in preparation for
meetings on Capitol Hill. Yet, such work is critical to ensuring the
survival and growth of TRIO. During this webinar, you will hear from Policy
Seminar veterans about what happens and how you can work with your
institution to fund your participation! Register here
<https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJGRMIZ>.
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*Public Service Loan Forgiveness and TRIO Professionals - What You Really
Need to Know <https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJVYTNA>!*



Recently, the Department of Education announced significant updates to
the *Public
Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program* to provide relief for 500,000 more
TRIO educators and public service workers. Join COE and representatives
from the *Office of the Under Secretary* for this informational webinar to
learn more about ED's steps to allow borrowers to count all types of past
federal loan payments toward the 120 required, make it easier to certify
eligible public service employment, and review denied PSLF applications to
correct errors and continue the process.

   - *Tuesday, January 18, 2022* from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. ET | Register here
   <https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJHWFMX>.
   - *Thursday, February 10, 2022* from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. ET | Register here
   <https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJMDWMF>.

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*Applications are now open for the 2022 Thomas R. Wolanin Congressional
Internship <https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJRCJZP>. *



The Thomas R. Wolanin Congressional Internship
<https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJCYWMA> provides individuals who are
in the first generation of their families to graduate from college with an
opportunity to observe the federal policy-making process first-hand and to
participate in that process. Primary Responsibilities include

   - Researching legislation;
   - Attending and summarizing meetings, briefings, and hearings;
   - Drafting talking points and memos; and
   - Providing support to Congressional staff.

For more information about qualifications, stipend, and timing of the
internship, please see the announcement.
<https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJLGYON>

   - Each candidate for the Wolanin internship
   <https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJDJGCM> must be nominated by a
   TRIO program's current or former director.
   - In addition to the application form, the candidate must  submit a
   letter explaining their interest in policy and the internship, official
   undergraduate transcript(s), a resume, a letter of support from a TRIO
   director or staff member, and a letter of support from a faculty member.

The application is available here
<https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJPVJCW>. Applications are due *Friday,
January 14*, *2022*. For questions, don't hesitate to get in touch with Holly
Hexter <[log in to unmask]>.
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*The Pell Institute seeks papers for special issue of the Opportunity
Matters journal on the future of TRIO.*



The *Pell Institute* is seeking papers for a special issue of the *Opportunity
Matters* <https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJMSLOE> journal, *Volume 4:
The Next Forty Years.* If you are currently researching or have recently
completed research about either TRIO programs or similar services, the
Institute encourages you to submit your paper for consideration. Email a
short title and abstract about your research to Pell Institute Associate
Director *Terry Vaughan III*. Submit your research here
<[log in to unmask]:%20The%20Future%20of%20TRIO%20Programs>
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*DEADLINE EXTENDED: Research, Evaluation and Data Use Community of Practice
members, complete this survey by Monday, January 10
<https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJYLJGW>.*



The *Pell Institute* is asking the Research, Evaluation and Data Use Community
of Practice <https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJPGBAZ> (CoP) members to
share their research interests
<https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJXVGQU>. By completing the survey
<https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJWCULR>
<https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJCGBBQ>, you are assisting us with
the development of the series of webinars we will host to collaborate and
share ideas. To view additional materials from the annual Research,
Evaluation, and Data Use CoP meeting, sign up to become a member
<https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJUYAUS>.
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*Also from Pell: Help stakeholders understand how TRIO professionals are
compensated across the nation before Monday, December 20.*



The *Pell Institute* is conducting a *TRIO Compensation Survey
<https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJOOXGW>* to understand how TRIO
staff are compensated for their time and effort. Responses will remain
*anonymous
*and will be reported at the aggregate level. The Pell Institute will share
survey results with TRIO staff who complete the survey and those with a COE
membership in Summer 2022. Take the survey here
<https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJQTOET>.
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*GOVERNMENT RELATIONS UPDATES*
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*Zach Farmer joins COE to serve as Director of Congressional Affairs
<https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJEGYOL>.*



Zach Farmer is a first-generation college graduate of High Point University
and joins COE from *Rep. Warren Davidson's (R-OH) *congressional office,
where he covered education, veterans, and other legislative issues.

   - Farmer worked with Congressman Davidson and TRIO Caucus Co-Chairs
   *Rep.* *Gwen Moore (D-WI)*, *Senator Susan Collins (R-ME)*, and *Senator*
    *Jon Tester (D-MT) *to introduce the Educational Opportunity and
   Success Act <https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJMNQNI> that would
   make bipartisan, common-sense updates to the federal TRIO programs.
   - Before his time in Rep. Davidson's office, Farmer worked for *Rep.
   Mark Walker (R-NC)*, where he helped coordinate a bipartisan internship
   program for students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities
   (HBCUs) with Congressional Bipartisan HBCU Caucus Co-Chair *Alma Adams
   (D-NC)*.
   - He also assisted with the HBCU annual fly-in Congressional Advocacy
   Day and legislation to provide long-term HBCU funding.

"Zach, with his broad, bipartisan experience in Congress, work with HBCUs,
and his achievements as a first-generation college student, brings new,
pertinent strength to our public policy office. We're excited to have him
on board as we start a new year," said *COE President Maureen Hoyler*. Learn
more about Zach here <https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJGYDYL>.

*Congress extends TRIO funding temporarily through February 18, 2022,
reaches agreement to avoid federal default.*


Congress voted this week to prevent a first-ever default on U.S. debt,
which could bring economic calamity and halt payments for federal programs.

   - ICYMI: On *Thursday, December 2*, Congress passed a short-term
   continuing resolution to temporarily continue TRIO and all federal program
   funding at 2021 levels through *Friday, February 18, 2022*.
   - Before reaching a full final TRIO funding bill for FY22, Congress must
   reach a broader agreement on Defense and Non-Defense funding levels and
   other policy disputes unrelated to TRIO.
   - If Congress fails to pass a full FY22 spending bill and maintains FY21
   levels the entire year, the FY22 TRIO applicants will face extremely tight
   competition with few new programs and significant losses to existing
   programs.

*Take action* to make sure the proposed TRIO increase stays in the final
bill. Contact Congress today <https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJWWDRC>.



*Plan ahead: Invite your Member of Congress to visit TRIO during a
congressional recess in January or TRIO Day in February. *



Invite your Members of Congress to meet with TRIO students while they are
back home. The House will be home *January 1-9, 14-17, and 22-31. Also,
it's not too early to invite your legislators to join you if you're hosting
a TRIO Day event during congressional recess February 18-27.* (The entire
U.S. House 2022 calendar is here
<https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJRVNBK>.) Need guidance for setting
up a visit? See COE's guide for congressional visits here
<https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJIDHCB>.

*ICYMI: U.S. Senate Unanimously Passes Bipartisan Resolution for First-Gen
College Celebration Day!*



Read the Senate press release
<https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJUCXEX> from
*Senator Raphael Warnock* (D-GA, the first TRIO alum in the Senate)
and *Senator
Roger Marshall*, M.D. (R-KS, first-gen college grad). Share COE's post on
Instagram here <https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJDNZXJ>.



*Rep. Diana Harshbarger (R-TN) joins first-generation student summit with
Tennessee TRIO programs!*



TRIO programs at *Tusculum University, East Tennessee State University,
Northeast State Community College, *and *Pellissippi State Community
College *hosted *Rep. Harshbarger*, a member of the *U.S. House
Appropriations Committee*, at their First-Generation Student Summit!

   - Watch a video of her remarks at the virtual summit here
   <https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJGKTUX>. Read the local press
   coverage here <https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJXUKUH>.
   - *You can do this too*! Invite Members of Congress now to meet with
   TRIO students at an upcoming event. Read COE's guide to hosting
   congressional events <https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJQFNPD>.

<https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJFTEET>

*Rep. Diana Harshbarger (R-TN) *
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*COE congratulates these TRIO First-Generation College Celebrations in the
news!*



Would you please share your First-Generation College Celebrations, grant
awards, student achievements with local news and your Members of Congress
<https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJTZXOK>?

   - *Virginia - *27 Hampton University Upward Bound scholars graduate from
   Newport News public high schools in 2021
   <https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJOZSJX>
   - *California* - *Cal State San Bernardino, Palm Desert Campus Receives
   Federal Grant to Serve Coachella Valley Students*
   <https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJAJDRF>
   - *Oklahoma** -**Rogers State University celebrates first-generation
   college students* <https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJSKUVC>
   - *Nebraska -**Northeast Community College celebrates first-generation
   college students* <https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJCZLIU>

<https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJBJQQV>

*Congrats to Hampton University Upward Bound 2021 graduates!*

*Senator Tester attended COE's holiday party last week.*



TRIO Caucus Co-Chair *Senator Jon Tester *(D-MT), joined COE for some
holiday cheer at COE's annual holiday party in our DC office last
Thursday. Happy
Holidays from COE <https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJWGIKZ>!
<https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJQHMJS>

*Left to right: COE President Maureen Hoyler, President Emeritus Dr. Arnold
Mitchem, and Senator Tester*

Questions? Contact *Vice President of Public Policy* *Jonathan Elkin* (
[log in to unmask]).

*DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION UPDATES*

*On Thursday, the U.S. Department of Education released the Upward Bound
final application.*



On *Thursday, December 16*, the *U.S. Department of Education*
released the *Upward
Bound *final application in the Federal Register here
<https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJNDXFV>
<https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJTVSLP>. The due date is *Monday,
January 31*. Highlights are below.



*The Competitive Preference Priorities are:*



*Competitive Preference Priority 1: Applications that Demonstrate a
Rationale (Up to 3 points).*

   - Under this priority, an applicant proposes a project that demonstrates
   a rationale (as defined in this notice).

*Competitive Preference Priority 2: Meeting Student Social, Emotional, and
Academic Needs (Up to 3 points).*

   - Projects that are designed to improve students' social, emotional,
   academic, and career development, with a focus on underserved students
   through providing multitiered systems of supports that address learning
   barriers both in and out of the classroom, that enable healthy development
   and respond to students' needs and which may include evidence-based
   trauma-informed practices and professional development for educators on
   avoiding deficit-based approaches.

*Competitive Preference Priority 3: Strengthening Cross-Agency Coordination
and Community Engagement to Advance Systemic Change (Up to 3 points).*

   - Projects that are designed to take a systemic evidence-based approach
   to improve outcomes for underserved students by establishing cross-agency
   partnerships, or community-based partnerships with local nonprofit
   organizations, businesses, philanthropic organizations, or others, to meet
   family well-being needs.

*Estimated Range of Awards: $287,537 - $981,028.*



*Estimated Average Size of Awards: $368,217.*



*Maximum Award:* The maximum award varies based on whether the applicant is
currently receiving a UB Program grant, as well as the number of
participants served.

   - For an applicant not currently receiving a UB Program grant, the
   maximum award amount is $287,537, based upon a per-participant cost of no
   more than $4,792 and a minimum of 60 participants.
   - For an applicant currently receiving a UB Program grant, the minimum
   number of participants is the number of participants in the project's FY
   2021 grant award notification, and the maximum award amount is equal to the
   applicant's base award amount for FY 2021.



*FY 2022 Pre-Application Upward Bound Technical Assistance Webinars*



In preparation for the (FY) 2022 *Upward Bound* Program competition, the
Student Service Division will conduct ten pre-application webinars. The
virtual webinars will take place starting *December 13 through December 17*.
The webinars will be conducted at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time and again at 2:00
p.m. Eastern Time each day.



Register for the webinars here.
<https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJSALVG> This registration allows you
to select the session(s) you would like to join. Once registered, ED will
send you a unique link to enter your chosen sessions.



COE believes ED will release the final grant application in the next few
days. We will keep you informed as more information becomes available. For
more information, email* Angelica Vialpando *at
[log in to unmask]*.*



*COE congratulates Gaby Watts, the Senior Director, Student Service, Higher
Education Programs (HEP). *



COE congratulates *Gaby Watts*, the Senior Director, Student Service,
Higher Education Programs (HEP), effective *Sunday, December 5, 2021*. Ms.
Watts previously served as the Director of TRIO *Upward Bound *and *Educational
Opportunity Centers* Division and has worked with TRIO ED programs for over
twenty-six years.



Ms. Watts is incredibly knowledgeable of all TRIO programs and a strong
advocate for low-income and first-generation students. She holds a
Bachelor's of Science degree in Business Administration from the *University
of Southern Mississippi* and a Master's of Arts degree in Counseling
from *Trinity
University*.



*Annual Performance tentative schedule released. *

The following information for the tentative 2020-2021 TRIO Annual
Performance dates are:

   - *Student Support Services* to open January 10 and close February 12,
   2022;
   - *Veterans Upward Bound *to open January 17 and close February 15, 2022;
   - *Talent Search* to open February 1 and close March 1, 2022; and
   - *EOC *to open February 1 and close March 1, 2022.

For up to date information, please check https://trio.ed.gov/
<https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJKLBCP>.  Also, the materials will
be housed at https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ope/trio/index.html
<https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJEQEMU>.

*PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT UPDATES*

*PLEASE NOTE: Registration closes at 4:00 p.m. ET on the business day
before each scheduled webinar. Our system will not allow us to register
participants past this time no matter the reason. Please plan accordingly.*

*Let's Do This Together*



*LDTT: Connecting to Careers, Student Focus *| Wednesday, January 5, 2022
from 2:00 to 3:15 p.m. ET | $350 for members and $700 for nonmembers |
Connecting students' educational endeavors to a career is key. This webinar
focuses on promising practices of student career advising and
self-exploration. Questioning the career trajectory, identifying options,
building a skill set, methods to market oneself are topics covered. The
presenters will discuss practices and available resources. Register here
<https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJZKYGZ>.



*LDTT: Connecting to Careers, Staff Focus | *Thursday, January 6, 2022 from
2:00 to 3:15 p.m. ET | $350 for members and $700 for nonmembers | There are
many TRIO professionals looking to advance in their career. This webinar
acknowledges that to effectively advise students, each professional's story
of self-exploration and growth adds value. How should you question your
trajectory, build your skill set, and move from managing people to managing
processes? The presenters will discuss their experiences and outcomes. Register
here <https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJLJQBN>.



*LDTT: Recruitment in the New Normal | *$350 for members and $700 for
nonmembers | Are you meeting your program participant numbers? Interested
in hearing new ideas on how to reach students in your target schools and
target areas? Hear from TRIO directors that have found success in
transforming their recruitment over the last year and a half.

   - *Pre-College Youth Programs* | January 20, 2022 from 12:00 to 1:30
   p.m. ET | Register here. <https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJTYHQD>

*Annual Performance Reports (APR)*



Live Annual Performance Reports webinars and webinar recordings will be
available until submission deadlines for all the APRs have passed. *Each
webinar is $350 for members, $700 for non members.* Register now.

   - *Veterans Upward Bound* | Thursday, January 13, 2022 from 2:00 to 5:00
   p.m. ET | Register here <https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJHHESI>.

All APR webinar recordings are available until the submission deadlines
have passed. To access these past APR recordings, Email *Neda Wickson* at
[log in to unmask] to purchase.

   - *Talent Search* | Previously recorded on Thursday, October 14
   - *EOC *| Previously recorded on Thursday, October 21
   - *Student Support Services* for *NEW PERSONNEL *| Previously recorded
   on Thursday, November 4
   - *Student Support Services* I Previously recorded on Wednesday,
   November 10

<https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJEZVSP>

*Connect, Discuss and Learn with COE*



*FREE *for members | COE is offering a free space for the TRIO community to
have an opportunity to connect with peers, discuss current challenges, and
learn existing legislative and regulatory authority to help you run your
program. Participants will get up-to-date information from *Capitol Hill *and
the *U.S. Department of Education* and have the chance to share helpful
practices that are working for their programs.

   - *PRECOLLEGE *| ASPIRE, NEOA, EOA, SWASAP, and AEEE | Tuesday, January
   25 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. ET Register here.
   <https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJMUYVW>
   - *COLLEGE *| NAEOP, WESTOP, MEAEOPP, CAEOP, and SAEOPP | Tuesday,
   January 25 from 3:00 to 4:15 p.m. ET Register here.
   <https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJMOESK>
   - *PRECOLLEGE *| NAEOP, WESTOP, MEAEOPP, CAEOP, and SAEOPP | Thursday,
   January 27 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. ET Register here.
   <https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJGEBPC>
   - *COLLEGE *| ASPIRE, NEOA, EOA, SWASAP, and AEEE | Thursday, January 27
   from 3:00 to 4:15 p.m. ET Register here.
   <https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJHJZKR>

*TRIO Risk Management Series *



This four-part series helps TRIO professionals learn about risk management
in the context of college access and success programming and
administration. More than just policies and procedures, this series will
challenge participants to think beyond compliance and support the
development of effective and efficient risk assessment practices to improve
program objectives. Register for all four at once to receive a 25% discount
on pricing or register for individual sessions that interest you. With any
questions, please email *Jen Rudolph*
<[log in to unmask]>. *Each
webinar is $350 for members, $700 for nonmembers.*

   - *Session 1: The Fundamentals* | Wednesday, January 26 from 2:00 to
   3:15 p.m. ET | Learn more and register here
   <https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJPRFIA>.
   - *Session 2: Developing the Risk Management Mindset *| Wednesday,
   February 23 from 2:00 to 3:15 p.m. ET | Learn more and register here
   <https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJXSCHH>.
   - *Session 3: Working with Minors*: *Not Just for Pre-College Programs *|
   Wednesday, March 30 from 2:00 to 3:15 p.m. ET | Learn more and register
   here <https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJHUSTQ>.
   - *Session 4: 10 Areas of Risk for TRIO Programs and How to Mitigate
   Them* | Wednesday, April 27 from 2:00 to 3:15 p.m. ET | Learn more and
   register here <https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJJOHUK>.

*College Research and Fellowship Series*



Learn from several presenters over these free sessions: Fellowship
officers, *McNair *faculty, and *Student Support Services* and *McNair *alumni
are featured presenters. *Invite your students and register them to
participate.*



*CRFS 5: McNair Alumni Discuss Acquiring Fellowships* | Monday, January 24,
2022 from 1:00 to 2:15 p.m. ET | There are a host of fellowships that
McNair participants should apply for in preparation for graduate school.
The key is to plan early, and revise if necessary.  This session will
provide information about some of those offerings as well as insight from
previous fellowship recipients. Open for students to attend. Register here
<https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJJJSNH>.



*CRFS 6: Competitive Research and Other Fellowships for McNair Scholars
(Director and faculty perspective)*| Monday, January 31 from 1:00 to 2:15
p.m. ET | There are a host of fellowships that McNair participants should
apply for in preparation for graduate school. Though early planning is
needed, also key is a targeted strategy. This session will provide
information about strategic considerations that the program may consider on
their campus for competitive grants and highlight feedback from fellowship
recipients. *Open for students to attend.* Register here
<https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJXEOFK>.



*CRFS 7: How to Expand Your Students' Networks and Faculty Contacts (Part
1) *| Monday, February 28 from 1:00 to 2:15 p.m. ET | Many McNair directors
have vetted faculty and student networks that support McNair Scholars'
research. How can TRIO professionals identify TRIO alums and other faculty
to broaden their networks and connect students with elite institutions for
graduate study? This session provides the perspective of graduate school
deans and their tips on outreach, networking, and sharing contacts and
opportunities with students. Register here
<https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJBROAT>.



*CRFS 8: How to Expand Your Students' Networks and Faculty Contacts (Part
2) *| Monday, March 7 from 1:00 to 2:15 p.m. ET | Many McNair directors
have vetted faculty and student networks and support scholar research. How
can TRIO professionals identify TRIO alums in faculty positions to broaden
their networks and connect students with elite institutions for graduate
study? This session provides tips on outreach, networking, and
communicating these great opportunities to students. Register here
<https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJOXZVT>.
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*Priority 4: Improving Student Financial Aid, Financial Literacy and
Admissions*



*HYBRID Tuesday and Wednesday,* *February 8-9* | 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. ET
(both days) | In-person in Baltimore or virtual | *FREE* |This training
increases knowledge and skills in: Financial and Economic Literacy;
Transfer Services and College Selection; Admissions for Precollege,
Undergraduate, and Graduate Students; Technological Tools to Increase
Participation; Services for Adults and Veterans; and Building Relationships
with Key Aid Administrators. The training is free for participants and
funded by the U.S. Department of Education. *Agenda for in-person and
online participation are now available by request*. Register here
<https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJXAZCW>.



Register for additional upcoming Priority 4 Trainings here
<https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJSGTUH>.

   - Thursday and Friday, March 24-25, 2022 in Washington, DC
   - Wednesday and Thursday, May 4-5, 2022 in Chicago

*Maximize your authority and effectiveness by attending a Legislation and
Regulations training.*



These virtual professional development sessions are designed to assist TRIO
staff in learning the legislation and regulations that guide their
programs. COE staff and faculty will discuss the Legislation, your specific
TRIO regulations, the Education Department Guidelines (EDGAR) and OMB
Uniform Cost Circulars as well as the process and authority associated with
revising your budgets.



For *seasoned professionals*, we will delve deeper into reporting and
evaluation. For *new professional*s we will assist you on working with your
program specialist.

   - *EOC and Veterans Upward Bound* | Thursday and Friday, February 10-11 *All
   existing registrations will be automatically transferred to the new
dates. *|
   Register here <https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJVZGCW>.

Each program training is scheduled for two days from *11:00 a.m. to 6:00
p.m. ET*. Registration closes at 4pm EST the day before the training. *Training
costs $450 for Institutional Members and $850 for non-members. *

*ANNOUNCEMENTS*
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*The Institute for Broadening Participation invites undergraduate and
graduate students to apply for its summer research opportunities.*



The mission of the *Institute for Broadening Participation* is to increase
diversity in the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)
workforce. Since 2003, IBP has connected underrepresented students with
STEM funding and research opportunities, and has provided faculty and
administrators with tools and resources to help promote the positive
factors that keep underrepresented students on the STEM pathway into
successful STEM careers. Graduate and undergraduate students search
research opportunities here <https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJPTARO>.
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*From NASFAA: Doubling Pell would be mutually beneficial for low- and
middle-income families <https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJTUJIV>.*



The *Pell Grant *has been the cornerstone of financial aid for students
from low-income backgrounds for nearly half a century, but the proposal to
double it has led some to question whether current and future college
students would be better served if lawmakers shifted their focus, instead,
to expanding eligibility to a wider range of recipients. In a new report
<https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJDQHPF>, the *National Association
of Student Financial Aid Administrators (NASFAA)* examines how increased
funding for the maximum Pell Grant benefits middle-income families, in
addition to its long-standing support of low-income students. Read more here
<https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJNRING>.
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*It's time for an all-one-system approach to youth policy
<https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJOJPPL>.*



Georgetown University's Center on Education and the Workforce
<https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJIOFLK> argues that an
all-one-system approach would connect each segment of the transition from
early childhood to early career, breaking down the artificial barriers
between secondary schools, postsecondary institutions, and labor markets.

   - This approach would start with high-quality, equitably funded,
   universal preschool.
   - It would provide students with opportunities for career exploration
   from kindergarten through college and include a more robust career
   counseling system.
   - Free-college options would help low-income students access
   postsecondary education.
   - Strong wraparound support services and transfer pathways would aid
   traditionally underrepresented students in attaining bachelor's degrees.
   - Greater transparency and accountability of postsecondary education and
   training programs would help educators and counselors better advise
   students.

Finally, collaboration between educators and employers would support the
development of work-based learning opportunities. Read more in the report
here <https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJTEEZI>.
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*Help first-generation college students make their college dreams a reality
<https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJGNWMC>.*



The 2021 <https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJVUBHG>*I'm First! Guide to
College <https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJNMVVH>,* an initiative
of *Strive
for College*, is a unique college guidebook designed to help
first-generation college students make their college dreams a reality! The
2021 edition features new and improved college planning articles and
activities based on user feedback, step-by-step checklists, detailed
profiles of 164 colleges and universities committed to first-gen students,
and a fully bilingual English-Spanish section for parents and mentors.

   - Use code *20OFF2021COE* for 20% off.
   - Use code *30OFF2021COE* for 30% off a "class set" of 20 or more books.
   - Use code *40OFF2021COE* for 40% off for 50 or more books.
   - Use code *50OFF2021COE* for 50% off for 100 or more books.

Order copies here <https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJWWTJY>.

*Spotlight on the I'm First! Guide to College *



*Tuesday, January 18 from 2:00 - 3:15 p.m. ET *| The *I'm First! Guide to
College*--an initiative of Strive for College--is the only college
guidebook designed uniquely for low-income and first-generation
college-bound students. Learn how two TRIO directors successfully use the
guide with their Upward Bound and Talent Search programs and empower their
students on the path to college. Attendees will also learn how to take
advantage of special discounts available to TRIO providers from COE. Register
here <https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJJBKCB>.
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*Request a demo to see empower's new enhancements.
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empower is the most advanced and TRIO-friendly database
<https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJDJFGE> currently *accepting Upward
Bound and Talent Search projects*. The college readiness analytics solution
empower can now post staff announcements, categorize and schedule virtual
services, in addition to providing access to all your program's documents.
The calendar of services and events allows you to add all your services,
calls, virtual meetings, and summer programming to one calendar you can
easily sync to your Outlook or Google calendars. Request a demo
<[log in to unmask]>.
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*Get free TRIO STEAM Club resources for students and educational leaders
<https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJUSTRK>.** No STEAM expertise
required.*



COE launched the TRIO STEAM Club to provide non-STEM staff support for
pre-college youth to work with similar students on challenging, hands-on
projects. Take advantage of the free resources, expertise, and opportunity
to connect students and educational leaders from across the TRIO community!
If your program is interested in participating, complete the survey
<https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJLJLYI>.

*TODAY ON THE BLOG*
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*How 2021 Thomas R. Wolanin Intern Matt Tessema is "Becoming a Voice for
the Underrepresented"* | The TRIO alumnus is "ready to pay it forward"
after receiving support to enter and graduate from college and sees his
congressional internship as an important steppingstone. He's now working on
the House Education and Labor Committee. Read more here
<https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJHXXWP>.



*TRIO Alumna Jackie Fortmann Blazes Trails Here and Abroad *| In 2011, the
Northeast Iowa Community College *Student Support Services* staff
encouraged Jackie to apply to COE's study abroad program in Salamanca,
Spain. She was the first paraplegic to participate. "I was the first person
in a chair to go, and it was life-changing," Fortmann said of the
experience. "I want to go back." Read more here
<https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJPUMMD>.

*IN THE NEWS*
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   - "*Colleges are turning to science to limit suicide contagion and help
   heal campuses <https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJLCPCL>*" (NPR)
   - "*OPINION: Predatory for-profit colleges are back. It's time to stop
   them <https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJNJHGS>
   <https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJBRQSG>*" (The Hechinger Report)
   - "*From slavery to Jim Crow to George Floyd: Virginia universities face
   a long racial reckoning <https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJXSFHR>*"
   (Washington Post)
   - "*What Omicron Could Mean for Colleges
   <https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJXOIDD>*" (Inside Higher Ed)
   - "*Most students who want to transfer colleges don't. Here's how to
   start <https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJVJAPY>
   <https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJYVFLS>*
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   <https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJJLBTN>
   <https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJMCHAB>" (NPR)
   - "*Students are still struggling to get internet. The infrastructure
   law could help <https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJMCFFP>*
   <https://t.congressweb.com/l/?YYARGXUHAJRRJRT>" (NPR)

*ALUMNI UPDATES*
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TRIO Upward Bound Coordinator
Maine Educational Opportunity Association (MEEOA) President

University of Southern Maine
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Phone: 207-780-5828
Fax: 207-228-8259
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