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COE is the only nat’l organization dedicated to furthering the expansion of educational opportunities for low-income & first-gen students #TRIOworks
Washington, D.C.
Joined January 2010
Day 3 of #COEPS2026 was all about getting TRIO leaders ready for Capitol Hill. 🏛️ A huge thank you to @SenatorCollins and Senator Jill Duson for sharing their insights with the TRIO community. #TRIOWorks
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Day 2 of #COEPS2026 ✔️ Today’s Seminar on Relations with the U.S. Department of Education gave TRIO leaders the latest updates on federal policy, financial aid, regulations, AI integration, evaluation strategies, and upcoming grant competitions. #TRIOWorks
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Day one of Policy Seminar 2026 is in the books! Today’s Leadership Summit brought TRIO professionals from across the country together in D.C. for a day focused on what it means to lead boldly and advance educational opportunity for all. #COEPS2026 #TRIOWorks
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Let peers know you're attending Policy Seminar with the official #COEPS2026 social media profile picture frame! Grab the template here: https://t.co/qolilNV0LE Don't forget to proudly tag COE while you're at it, and sprinkle in a little hashtag magic with #COEPS2026.
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Check out this Facebook Profile Frame designed by Council for Opportunity in Education.
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⏰ The savings clock is ticking. Early bird registration ends soon. Policy Seminar 2026 brings TRIO professionals, alumni, and advocates together to strengthen our collective voice for students. Register today to save! https://t.co/Y2Klr4DDXX
#COEPS2026 #TRIOWorks
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Wishing our TRIO community a restful holiday season! The COE office will be closed starting today (12/23) at 5 PM ET and will reopen Monday, Jan. 5 at 9 AM ET. Thank you for all you do for TRIO students—we’ll see you in the new year! #TRIOWorks #HappyHolidays #SeeYouIn2026
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From Capitol Hill to campuses nationwide, 2025 proved that when TRIO students are supported, opportunity moves forward. Read the full 2025 Year in Review here: https://t.co/peM39K4o9o
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This Year in Review is more than a report—it is a record of what is possible when a community stands united behind one mission. We invite you to explore the full 2025 Year in Review, learn more about...
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Federal programs like Head Start and Upward Bound are essential for giving young students a path towards higher education. @SenatorWarnock shares his own experience:
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🌍Applications are OPEN for the 2026 Keith Sherin Global Leaders Study Abroad Program! TRIO SSS + McNair students can study in The Hague, Netherlands, next summer. 📅 Apply by Jan 26, 2026 ℹ️ Free info session: Jan 8 Details + application ⬇️ https://t.co/6nz6Bm7zfe
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One month ago, people and institutions nationwide came together to honor National First-Generation College Celebration. Here’s a look back at the numbers and highlights that made this year so powerful. Let's continue to uplift and #celebratefirstgen all year!
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@Fresno_State Upward Bound at TRIO Day 2025! Huge thanks to Fresno State leaders and volunteers for making it happen and bringing together hundreds of TRIO students from all over the Central Valley/Central Coast. PS: Our Upward Bounders brought the championship home. #TRIOworks
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Want to attend Policy Seminar but unsure how to fund your trip? Join COE and TRIO veterans as they walk through what the event includes—and how to cover your costs. Register at the link below! #COEPS2026 #TRIOWorks
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This free webinar features TRIO veterans discussing what happens during the Policy Seminar and how you can identify different ways to fund your participation.
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Registration is open for Policy Seminar 2026! 📅 March 8–11 | 📍 Washington, D.C. Join TRIO educators & alumni for a powerful learning experience: One Mission. One Voice. One TRIO. Secure your spot today ⬇️ https://t.co/Y2Klr4EbNv
#COEPS2026 #TRIOWorks
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🎉Big welcome to Christian Bell, COE’s new Public Policy Associate! 🎉A U.S. Army veteran and former Hill staffer, Christian has served in both the U.S. House and Senate and brings deep experience in government relations. Welcome, Christian! #TRIOWrks
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Deadline extended! TRIO recent grads are encouraged to apply before Wednesday, October 22. #TRIOworks
https://t.co/zR6NDRlZJ4
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COE awards a paid internship of 3-4 months each year to a graduating senior or recent college graduate who has participated in a federal TRIO program.
Do you know a TRIO graduate passionate about making a difference in policy? Encourage them to apply for the Thomas R. Wolanin Congressional Internship! Learn more and apply at the link below by Wednesday, October 15. #TRIOWorks #StudentOpportunities
https://t.co/zR6NDRlZJ4
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COE VP of Research Sean Simone warns that cuts to federal research make tracking student progress harder than ever.
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COE President Kimberly Jones: “This data underscores the urgent need for renewed investment in outreach, support, and affordability.”
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Among first-generation students, the drop is especially stark: 60% → 33% in just two decades.
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The Pell Institute’s latest research brief reveals a sharp decline in college degree aspirations among U.S. high school students.
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⏰ Deadline Tomorrow, Oct. 15! COE’s $10K Award for Institutional Effectiveness honors 3 community colleges scaling TRIO SSS strategies—like mentoring, coaching, & data-driven evaluation—to boost student success. Apply today: https://t.co/seV2TB8NTa
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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...
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