Council for Opportunity in Education

Session : COE1305
Celebrating the Life's Work of Arnold L. Mitchem
Conference : 32nd Annual Conference
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Mistress of ceremonies Congresswoman Gwendolynne Moore House of Representatives (D-WI) Washington, DC

For more than four decades, COE Founding President Arnold Mitchem has dedicated his career to advancing college opportunity for low-income students, firstgeneration students and students with disabilities. He built COE as a national organization that would give these groups a voice in Washington. Join us as we pay tribute to Dr. Mitchems tireless advocacy and lifetime of accomplishments.

Session : COE1306
Congressional Update
Plenary Session
Conference : 32nd Annual Conference
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presiding Maggie Burkhead President, Illinois Association of Educational Opportunity Program Personnel Director, Student Support Services Eastern Illinois University Charleston, IL introduction Jonathan McKenzie Chief Executive Director The Family Centered Educational Agency South Holland, IL presenter Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) Assistant Majority Leader Washington, DC

For the last several years, Washington has operated from crisis to crisiswhether its the expiration of Americas authority to borrow money, across-the-board cuts in critical programs, or the threat of a government shutdown. Throughout each of these battles, only a handful of leaders have been willing to stand up for the voiceless members of our society. One such legislator is Senator Richard Durbin of Illinois, the Assistant Majority Leader in the Senate. A champion for disadvantaged students, Senator Durbin is leading the charge on issues affecting students and poor peoplefrom halting increases in student loan interest rates, to carving out a pathway to citizenship for undocumented students through the DREAM Act, to limiting the cuts imposed through sequestration. As a leader in the Senate, in his party, and on the Senate Appropriations Education Subcommittee, Senator Durbin shares his projections regarding timing and impact of Congressional action affecting TRIO and other education programs, and how we can most effectively advocate for our students during this time.

Session : COE1307
How to Become an LGBTQ Ally
Conference : 32nd Annual Conference
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presenters David Rivera Assistant Professor William Patterson University Alumnus, McNair Postbaccalaureate Achievement Program University of Wyoming Patterson, NJ Zackie Salmon Director, McNair Postbaccalaureate Achievement Program University of Wyoming Laramie, WY John Jay Wright Director, Upward Bound Marshall University Huntington, WV moderator Jodi Koehn-Pike Director of Publications Council for Opportunity in Education Washington, DC

Being a high school or college student is not easyyoure stuck in the middle, no longer a child, but not quite an adult. Students questioning their sexual orientation have an additional hurdle to overcome. As educators, we have to deal with a number of questions to be able to support and assist these students. To whom can young people go to discuss these issues confidentially? How can schools and programs assure there is a supportive, open environment for them to come out? How can a school help a gay adolescent whose family is disparaging him/her? How can you spot signs of LGBTQ bullying and what can be done to prevent it? This session answers these questions and more in an effort to assist in creating an environment of acceptance for all.

Session : COE1308
More Bang for Your Buck: Building Symbiotic Relationships through Collaboration & Partnership
Conference : 32nd Annual Conference
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presenters Amy Anderson Director, Talent Search Southwestern Michigan College Dowagiac, MI Jennifer Fox Advisor, Talent Search Southwestern Michigan College Dowagiac, MI Billie Wilson Administrative Coordinator, Talent Search Southwestern Michigan College Dowagiac, MI moderator Maria Theresa Rodriguez Academic Coordinator, Talent Search University of Puerto Rico-Rio Piedras Rio Piedras, PR

Symbiotic relationships are those that provide mutual benefit to each party in the relationship. As more and more local funders and national and state organizations seek partnerships and collaborations where visible impact can be seen in local communities, Talent Search programs are well positioned to establish such relationships. However, doing so definitely requires stepping outside the box. In this workshop, the IDEO method of brainstorming enables participants to develop a list of possible partnerships and collaborations by collectively strategizing. Participants leave with a working document that can be put into action when they return. Be prepared to explore unconventional and creative community alliances that may lead to long-lasting exchanges of resources, money, and knowledge.

Session : COE1309
Latino Male Degree Aspirations in community College: A Qualitative Study
Conference : 32nd Annual Conference
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presenter Francisco Dorame Director, Student Support Services Allan Hancock College Santa Maria, CA moderator Ricardo Marmolejo Director, Student Support Services and Upward Bound Math/Science College of the Sequoias Visalia, CA

Latino males are the least likely to attend, persist, and attain a baccalaureate degree compared to other male groups in higher education. Moreover, studies show that they tend to have the lowest degree aspirations of any major race or ethnic group. To figure out how to close these gaps is to understand what influences Latino male aspirations. This workshop describes attendance, retention, and persistence gaps occurring among Latino males focusing on degree aspirations of these individuals who persist from their first to their second year at one community college in California. Leave with suggestions and recent research on how to engage Latino males in college.

Session : COE1310
What Can TRIO Learn from International Trends in Widening Participation in Higher Education?
Conference : 32nd Annual Conference
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presenters Margaret Cahalan Interim Director, The Pell Institute for the Study of Opportunity in Higher Education Council for Opportunity in Education Washington, DC Liz Thomas Faculty of Education Edge Hill University Ormskirk, England moderator Luz Elena Sanchez Director, Upward Bound University of Puerto Rico-Rio Piedras Rio Piedras, PR

This session discusses findings from international case studies of six countries (Australia, South Africa, Ireland, Norway, Netherlands, U.S.) in which COEs Pell Institute is partnering to prepare the U.S. case study. The case study focuses on recent efforts to widen college participation in each of the countries. This research was commissioned by the Higher Education Funding Council for England and the Office for Fair Access, two agencies that work with higher education providers in England to promote widening participation. This case study examines the evidence for impact and effectiveness of efforts to widen participation as well as the structure of the educational system and the extent to which systemic factors make progress for students from disadvantaged backgrounds more or less likely. In addition to a summary of key strategies for widening participation, speakers discuss what lessons TRIO staff can learn from international efforts with similar goals and different contexts.

Session : COE1311
Helping Students Find the Perfect Mentor: Best Practices in Undergraduate Mentoring
Conference : 32nd Annual Conference
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presenter Phoebe Lenear Educational Programs Manager, Center on Emergent Behaviors of Integrated Cellular Systems University of Illinois at Urbana- Champaign Urbana, IL Moderator Sarah Morrell Dean and Director, TRIO Programs Bristol Community College Fall River, MA

Across the board, low-income and first-generation students agree that their relationships with mentors play a large role in their academic decisions and outcomes. Examine mentor identification and matching practices. Learn about various approaches to mentor training and support. Leave the workshop empowered to provide students with effective strategies to create positive, constructive relationships with mentors on and off campus.

Session : COE1312
The 21st Century TRIO Office
Conference : 32nd Annual Conference
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This session focuses on utilizing technology to enhance TRIO programs office management and delivery of student services. Participants examine the effective use of technology which promotes a learning environment that develops 21st century learning skills for program participants. The presentation focuses on mobile technology and cloud computing as well as how to evaluate and adapt Open Educational Resources (OERs) to TRIO programs. The presentation includes discussion among TRIO staff to further collaborate on best practices in regards to technology and educational resources.

presenters Tiffany Cowger Director, Upward Bound Illinois Eastern Community College Olney, IL Brandon Weger Assistant Director, Upward Bound Illinois Eastern Community College Olney, IL Moderator April Quesenberry Director, Upward Bound and Upward Bound Math/Science Southwest Virginia Community College Richlands, VA

Session : COE1314
Taking Stock: TRIO and Grass Roots Equity Issues
Conference : 32nd Annual Conference
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presenters Tom Mortenson Senior Scholar, The Pell Institute for the Study of Opportunity in Higher Education Council for Opportunity in Education Washington, DC Moderator Pamela Lambert Director, Educational Opportunity Center The College Board Washington, DC

TRIO programs, as well as other federal education programs, were established not only to promote greater educational equity for lowincome and first-generation students but also to promote equity within the American society as a whole. After more than four decades, how far has the U.S. actually come in meeting these goals and what are the current policy barriers to meeting them? Examine practices and indicators used by colleges to address issues of equity as well as their implications for TRIO programs.

Session : COE1315
When Worlds Collide: Balancing Your Student Support Services' Focus on Success with Your Institution's Focus on Access for Students with Disabilities
Conference : 32nd Annual Conference
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Moderator presenter Jane Jarrow President Disability Access Information and Support Columbus, OH Susie Mullins Program Counselor, Student Support Services Southwest Virginia Community College Richlands, VA

SSS personnel supporting students with disabilities tread a very fine line in trying to sort out what services MUST be provided for access and what services SHOULD be provided to foster the success anticipated for TRIO participants. For example, is tutoring an accommodation or a support service? Is there ever a time when it is both? This session explores how to sort out the role of disability service provider from the role of SSS project personnel, how to monitor the use and allocability of resources in support of these respective activities, and how best to make sure that faculty, staff, and students understand and respect both of the hats you wear.