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We are pleased to announce the launch of our new and improved website! With thoughtful input and leadership from our members, SoCal CAN has developed a site that ...
We strongly encourage you to visit the site and explore! And if you know someone who might be interested in our work, please send them our way by simply clicking the "forward email" button at the bottom of the newsletter.
We will be launching our online "Member Center" at our December 7th meeting, so don't miss the opportunity to learn more about this invaluable resource. In the meantime, happy browsing and let the festive season begin!
Sincerely,
SoCal CAN
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SOCAL CAN EVENTS
| SoCal CAN Network Survey
SoCal CAN will be participating in the second annual survey conducted by the Lumina Foundation for Education to gain a better understanding of the evolution of SoCal CAN and the effectiveness of our network. Members will be receiving a message on Monday, November 15th with the link to the survey. We will raffle a flip camera to those who complete the survey! Community Build , inc. was our winner last year. Thank you in advance for your participation.
The Inside Scoop on Selective College Admissions: A Workshop for Counselors
December 7, 2010, 8:30 - 11:30 AM, Skirball Cultural Center
The Undergraduate Admissions Office at Cornell University and SoCal CAN invite you to attend a three-hour workshop that will provide counselors with a behind the scenes perspective on the selective college admissions process. The workshop will take place immediately before the SoCal CAN membership meeting. To RSVP for the morning program, please click here.
SoCal CAN Membership Meeting and Holiday Celebration
December 7, 2010, 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM, Skirball Cultural Center
It's been a tremendous year for the college access community in Southern California. Join us for our year-end meeting. All SoCal CAN members are strongly encouraged to attend. Our meeting will immediately follow the workshop for counselors and will include lunch. Click here to RSVP.
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Materials from FAFSA Simplification Program on 11.3.10 | Last week, Lauren Asher from The Institute for College Access and Success (TICAS) provided SoCal CAN members will an overview of the FAFSA simplification process and what to expect as we approach the 2011 financial aid season. Several resources were highlighted during the program:
FAFSA Simplification
TICAS has played a pivotal role in the FAFSA Simplification process that now allows those who qualify to transfer their tax information directly from the IRS. Click here to learn about FAFSA simplification.
The Project on Student Debt
The Project on Student Debt works to increase public understanding of college loan borrowing and the implications for our families, economy, and society. Recognizing that loans play a critical role in making college possible, the Project's goal is to identify cost-effective solutions that expand educational opportunity, protect family financial security, and advance economic competitiveness. Click here to view some of their latest data on state-by-state borrowing and average student debt.
New! Income-Based Repayment Plan
This is a new way to make your recent college graduates' federal student loan payments more manageable. And if they're a teacher or work in government or at a nonprofit (501(c)(3)) organization, they might qualify for a new type of Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) after 10 years of eligible payments and employment. Visit www.IBRInfo.org to learn more!
After the FAFSA: How red tape can prevent eligible students from receiving financial aid
There is a widespread recognition that reducing the length and complexity of the FAFSA can help more students get the aid they need to attend and complete college. However, the FAFSA is just the first step in the federal student aid application process. What happens after students submit a FAFSA has received ar less attention but is also complicated and time consuming for both students and colleges, and the red tape can prevent otherwise eligible students from receiving needed aid. This report focuses on the aid process after the FAFSA, and its implications for college access and success.
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PROGRAMS OF INTEREST | Webinar: NCAN Advisor Updates and Networking
November 16, 2010, 11:00 - 12:00 PM
Join this interactive discussion of advisors and directors of advising. This webinar will include a review of NCAN's services and tools for advisors. Discussion will include best practices and programming ideas from member organizations. Bring your suggestions and questions! Click here to RSVP!
2010 Federal Student Aid Conference
November 30 - December 3, 2010, Lake Buena Vista, FL
The Federal Student Aid (FSA) annual conference is designed to provide the most up-to-date information on Title IV programs and the evolving federal policies and procedures. You will learn the most current information about our programs from members of the Department of Education team and our key partners. It's also a great opportunity for training, collaborating and networking with your counterparts from across the nation. The FSA Conference is the largest financial aid conference offered to the financial aid community, hosting over 5,300 attendees last year. Click here to learn more and register.
L.A. Cash for College - Family Night
December 8, 2010, 5:30 - 8:30 PM, L.A. Convention Center, South Hall
Los Angeles middle and high school students who have dreams of attending college are invited to come to Family Night at the L.A. Convention Center and learn how to make the dream of college a reality. Students and families will get information about A-G requirements, Community College admissions, standardized college admissions tests, AB-540 opportunities, and more! Get your students connected via CFC's new facebook page!
"Super Saturday" FAFSA Workshops
January 29, 2011, Multiple Venues
Hosted by L.A. Cash for College, this is a 1-day event where FAFSA workshops will be held at hundreds of locations across the city. On this day, students and families across LA County will have access to FREE help completing their FAFSA and CalGrant forms. Are you interested in hosting a workshop at your organization? Click here to learn more!
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POLICY UPDATES | Obama Signs Executive Order Enhancing Hispanic Education Initiative
President Barack Obama on October 19th signed an executive order that updates and enhances a 1990 presidential initiative intended to boost education for Hispanic students. The expanded White House Initiative on Education Excellence for Hispanics, originally launched by the administration of President George H.W. Bush, seeks to improve educational opportunities for Hispanic students at every level, Obama said in a White House ceremony. Read More...
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COLLEGE ACCESS RESOURCES
| CollegeMeasures.org
This site provides key outcome measures for 1,576 four-year public and private colleges in the US. The website makes it simple to strategically evaluate the performance of colleges and state systems on key measures including: graduation rates, first-year retention rates, education-related cost per student, cost per degree, student loan default rates, and the ratio of student loan payments to earnings for recent graduates.
AB-540 Student CSU Transfer Guide
Educators for Fair Consideration (e4fc) have put together a step-by-step guide for AB-540 students who intend on completing a CSU Transfer Application for the 2011-2012 year. The online application is available through November 30th at www.csumentor.edu.
Order Now: College Access & Opportunity Guide
The Center For Student Opportunity has unveiled their latest edition of the 2011 College Access & Opportunity Guide. The guide truly is the first of its kind - a comprehensive college guidebook designed to help first generation, low-income, and minority students make their college dreams a reality! Save 40% with coupon code KH2GO!
Order Your Copy of "Papers", the Documentary
"Papers" is the story of undocumented youth and the challenges they face as they turn 18 without legal status. This documentary film is now available for purchase by indivudlas and educational institutions.
10% of each personal DVD sale will go to the "Papers" DREAM Scholarship Fund.
NCAN Conference Presentations Available!
Missed the NCAN Annual Conference this October in Washington DC? Presentations for all workshops and sessions are now available for download at NCAN's website.
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RESEARCH & TRENDS |
REPORT: The State of College Admission 2010The National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) offers the State of College Admission each fall to describe key trends in the transition from high school to college. This report provides current and trend data on a number of factors related to college counseling in secondary schools, the activity of postsecondary admission offices and other issues of relevance to the transition from high school to college. REPORT: The Role of Social Supports and Self-Efficacy in College SuccessThe Pathways to College Network released this brief to highlight the roles of social supports and self-efficacy in the postsecondary education success of underrepresented student groups, including minority and first-generation students. Written specifically for college access practitioners, the paper synthesizes scholarly research and offers recommendations focused on building and strengthening students' social support structures through peers, faculty/staff, family, and the community. Re-Imagining California Higher EducationThis paper from the Center for Higher Education at UC Berkeley offers a "re-imagined" network of colleges and universities and a plan for "Smart Growth" in California's Higher Ed system. It paints a picture that builds on California's existing institutions, predicated on a more diverse array of institutional types, and rooted in the historical idea of mission differentiation. This includes setting educational attainment goals for the state, shifting more students to 4-year institutions including UC and CSU, and reorganizing the California Community Colleges to include a set of 4-year institutions.
How a Student's College Major Shapes Experience in Classroom and BeyondPicking a major isn't easy for many college students. For some, the decision is an important step toward realizing a lifelong dream; for others, it's nothing but stress and uncertainty until the deadline to declare arrives, and then the tiniest of factors might tip the scales in favor of one concentration over others. We all know that a student's major heavily influences what courses he or she takes, but less well-known is how a student's major also shapes the types of work done within, and beyond, these courses. Read More...
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Interactive Chart: Tuition Over Time, 1999-2010
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FAST FACTS
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- "A study prepared by the American Institutes for Research found that during a five-year span, $467 million of California's taxpayer funds were spent on students who did not return for their second year of college." Learn More...
- "57 percent of adults in bridge programs possess educational skills below the 10th-grade level, with 19 percent having skills below the 6thh-grade level." Learn More...
- "Back in the 2008-2009 school year, only three schools in the nation charged more than $50,000. For 2010-2011, there are 100." Learn More...
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SCHOLARSHIPS
| 2010 College Is For Everyone (CIFE) Scholarship
This $250 scholarship is intended for undocumented students to have an equal chance at college success. Eligible students must 1) be an undocumented student, 2) be a first time and first year college student for the 2011-2012 academic year, 3) attend the CIFE All-Day Workshop on November 6, 2010. For workshop info, email name and high school to cife540@yahoo.com. The deadline is December 10, 2010.
LTA Latina Sorority Scholarship for Undocumented Students
California South Area Two of Lambda Theta Alpha Sorority is announcing their Third Annual Scholarship for undocumented students. Current high school seniors and continuing college/university students are welcome to apply. A $250-$500 scholarship will be determined based on applicant pool and scholarship funds availability. The deadline is January 28, 2010
The Gates Millennium Scholars (GMS)
GMS was established in 1999 to provide outstanding African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander American, and Hispanic American students with an opportunity to complete an undergraduate college education in all discipline areas and a graduate education for those students pursuing studies in mathematics, science, engineering, education, public health or library science.
The Gates Millennium Scholars program is available to graduating high school seniors. Eligible applicants must have a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale, demonstrated leadership skills, and significant financial need. The deadline is January 11, 2011.
Hispanic Scholarship Fund - Scholarship List HSF has a broad databsae of scholarships that appeal to latino students. HSF has conveniently setup the applications so they can all be done through their website. If you're not sure if you meet the eligibility requirements, the system will automatically tell you for which scholarship programs you qualify!
Scholarships at Zinch.com Have you heard about Zinch.com? It's the fun and easy way to find colleges and scholarships. At Zinch, you're more than a test score. Shine in the admissions process. Build a Zinch profile and be discovered by your dream school. The best part is that scholarships find YOU at Zinch. Your Zinch profile matches you to $1.9 billion in scholarship money.
Scholarships that DON'T require a Social Security Number
Educators for Fair Consideration have compiled a list of scholarships that DON'T require a social security number in order to apply. Click the link above to access the extensive 21-page document of scholarships.
FUTUROS Scholarship Database
Futuros offers a comprehensive scholarship listing that are arranged by dateline so its really easy to follow. Futuros is a non-profit organization committed to providing college-preparatory services and information to low-income and immigrant students and their families. Futuros aims to provide these students with information, support, and guidance that will ensure that they are competitive college applicants, prepared college students, and successful college graduates.
MALDEF (Mexican American Legal Defense & Educational Fund)
MALDEF is the best one-stop resource for undocumented and AB-540 students when considering both their rights and avenues for scholarship money. Students who live in states with in-state tuition laws (such as AB 540 in California) may qualify for resident rates when attending public colleges. Family savings and fundraising can also supplement educational costs. Click here to access an extensive list of scholarships tailored to undocumented students' needs. |
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STUDENT LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES | UCLA's Bruin Guardian Scholars' Higher Education Summit
The formal mission of the Bruin Guardian Scholars Program is to provide current and former foster youth with the necessary resources to excel at UCLA. Their Higher Education Summit will
provide 11th graders from SPA 6 to attend workshops, access resources, and speak with mentors mentors about how to prepare for the college application process. Click here to view their workshop dates and download the application.
CSO's "Opportunity Scholars" Program
Students (7th-12th graders) are invited to become CSO Opportunity Scholars by creating a personal profile with the Center for Student Opportunity. This free program helps students to 1) connect with colleges recruiting first-generation, low-income, minority students; 2) receive monthly newsletters, college admissions guidance and support; and 3) apply for CSO's $2,000 four-year renewable Opportunity Scholarships.
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GRANTS & AWARDS
| The 2011 Eisner Prize
The Eisner Foundation is currently taking applications for "The Eisner Prize", a cash award of $100,000 designed to recognize excellence by an individual or a non-profit organization in uniting multiple generations, especially seniors and youth, to bring about positive changes in their community. The deadline is January 31, 2011.
The Jenny's Heroes Program
Moving past her days on afternoon television, Jenny Jones has started her Jenny's Heroes Program which awards grants to individuals who submit the best ideas for tangible, lasting community projects. Grants of up to $25,000 are given to projects that promise long-term community benefits. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
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ORGANIZATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
| Office Sublet at The Campign for College Opportunity (CCO)
CCO has two private offices available for sublet in the Financial District of downtown LA at the Wilshire Grand Hotel Business Center (corner of Wilshire Blvd. and Figueroa St.) to share with non profit organization with staff of six. The smaller office ($500/month) is approximately 150 square feet. The larger office ($900/month) is approximately 263 square feet. Both include internet access, use of fax machine, and shared kitchen area. The option of renting both offices is available for $1,300 a month. Copy machine use is negotiable. Furnished office is optional. Please contact Denise Lassalle at 213-817-6034 or at denise@collegecampaign.org for more information.
Receive a 25% on your NCAN Membership Dues (SoCal CAN Members)
If your organization is a member of a statewide college access network (ie. SoCal CAN), or a program of a national organization with multpile programs (and this organization is a NCAN member), then you are eligible for a 25% discount on your membership dues. For more questions and information, please contact: Carrie Warick at warickc@collegeaccess.org.
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JOBS
| Resident Services Manager
Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles (HACLA)
The Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles (HACLA) is currently seeking a Resident Services Manager to oversee the agency's training, education, employment, and support services for youth, adults and families of HACLA's public housing developments and the surrounding areas. Experience with CDBG, WIA, and Youth & Family programs is highly desired. The deadline is November 12, 2010.
San Diego Site Director
Juma Ventures
Founded in 1993, the San Francisco-based nonprofit, Juma Ventures (Juma), empowers low-income youth to make successful transitions to independence in adulthood through an innovative program that integrates employment in social enterprises, college preparation, career services and financial education. The Site Director has primary responsibility for leading and motivating personnel, ensuring that the organization is operating in line with its stated values and foster an internal atmosphere that supports individual accountability, transparency, open communication, and respect for each person associated with Juma Ventures. The ideal candidate would have both executive management experience in a non-profit company that achieved scale and a non-profit social impact driven organization. The deadline is November 19, 2010.
Data and Student Information Assistant
KIPP LA Schools
KIPP LA Schools is a non-profit organization that operates free, open-enrollment, college-preparatory public charter schools. The Data and Student Information Assistant will be part of the Operations team. S/he will be responsible for managing the collection, integrity, and dissemination of data to various internal and external stakeholders. S/he will be responsible for training school level to staff to input, access, and utilize the student information system. S/he will manage all federal, state, and local student demographic reporting. The deadline is November 30, 2010.
College Access and Success Counselor
Good Shepherd Services
Good Shepherd Services, a leading NYC non-profit committed to the success of young people and their families, seeks a dynamic individual for our College Access and Success Counselor position at Automotive High School in Brooklyn. The College Access and Success Counselor develops and implements successful college access strategies and services, creating a culture that embraces college as a viable option and supports attainment of this through the provision of a full array of individual and group college readiness activities. The deadline is December 12, 2010.
Work at the National College Access Network (NCAN)
NCAN currently has openings for the following positions: Assistant Director, Director of Development, and Administrative Assistant. Click the above link to read more about each position and how to apply.
NCAN Career Site
Browse NCAN's career site to get continuous updates of job openings in the college access world across the country.
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MEMBER NEWS | This Month's Featured Member: Community Build, Inc.!
Every month SoCal CAN features one of our members on our website. This month, SoCal CAN founding member Denise Davidson talks about how the organization was established, and what it meant for her to add a College Prep and Retention Program to the services that Community Build Family Center provides. Click here to read about it!
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We would like to thank The Rosalinde and Arthur Gilbert Foundation for their steadfast support which has made our monthly e-newsletter possible!
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