Reposted from Innovative Educators Federal student aid is changing, and students, families, and higher education professionals are navigating a rapidly evolving landscape. Join us for an important conversation on the latest federal financial aid updates, with a special focus on student loans, repayment options, forgiveness programs, and policy changes that may impact current and future borrowers. Our guest will break down what has changed, what remains uncertain, and what stu

Recording Now Available Click the following link and insert the passcode below to view the recording of the SSS APR Q&A Office Hours with Lisa FREE Webinar – Recorded on 07/07/2026. https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/-eYXi07h6TJuNoOlN7ZSuIHotqPgRIr724WrHA49ve9SswUNRuHK5ZB4MufUAEth.qgVrzuWFd9URUB99?startTime=1783451023000 Passcode: o1#B$93j Google Drive webinar materials: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1lsRMip9im9gs-ef-veFVgb6lUUzUdk7u?usp=sharing Registration Details T

Take advantage of our professional development webinars to prepare your staff for the upcoming new Project year. Led by Lisa Retamozo and NEC's team of experts, these live webinar sessions will help enhance the effectiveness of your TRIO Project. Each live webinar will cover the following topics: 1.) History of TRIO & Legislation Impacting All TRIO Programs 2.) TRIO Program-Specific Regulations 3.) Identification, Recruitment, & Selection of Participants 4.) Objectives & Pla

By Mary Alice Katon Related Resource: View the June 30, 2026, COFFA Community Meeting: Simpler.Grants.gov Big Demo slide deck (PDF). If you have ever prepared a TRIO proposal, you know the online application system is only one part of the work. Strong proposals require careful planning, reliable data, meaningful partnerships, a realistic budget, and a clear response to every selection criterion. Grants.gov is currently being modernized through the Simpler.Grants.gov initiativ

Recording Now Available Click the following link and insert the passcode below to view the recording of the SSS APR Q&A Office Hours with Lisa FREE Webinar – Recorded on 06/30/2026. https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/oqNaSwxnbtD2Z2jHcuFJ69LvnTO-OzLq_pMsCoGpq4cOknKxh3_MhB_x4P904ZMh.fUojSKZc-vg1ft5h?startTime=1782846009000 Passcode: 3e9BF$b^ Google Drive webinar materials: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1lsRMip9im9gs-ef-veFVgb6lUUzUdk7u?usp=sharing Registration Details T