Through the Wolanin Congressional Internship, TRIO alumna Brianna Mendelson discovered how advocacy, relationship-building, and policy work intersect to expand educational opportunity. Her experience on Capitol Hill transformed her from a beneficiary of TRIO into a confident advocate determined to bridge healthcare and education policy to advance opportunity for future generations. The post When Policy Becomes Personal: My Journey as a Wolanin Congressional Intern appeared first on Council fo...| Council for Opportunity in Education
Despite the looming government shutdown, TRIO and GEAR UP programs can continue operating with secured forward-funded grants and access to the G5 drawdown system, though most U.S. Department of Education staff will be furloughed and unable to process special approvals. The post What a Government Shutdown Means for TRIO appeared first on Council for Opportunity in Education.| Council for Opportunity in Education
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