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SUMMARY:Supporting Modern Learners: Integrating Durable Skills into Continuing Education (CE) Programs 
DESCRIPTION:As the role of postsecondary education continues to evolve\, we continue to find ourselves exploring the value of postsecondary education. Join the Trellis Strategies and the Trellis Foundation teams in this webinar to explore how institutions can integrate employer-informed\, research-backed opportunities outside the classroom that support learners’ development for future workforce success. \n\n\n\nModerator: \n\n\n\n\nBryan Ashton\, Managing Director\, Trellis Strategies\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker: \n\n\n\n\nDr. Vincent Solis\, President\, Brazosport College\n\n\n\nTim Taylor\, Co-Founder and President\, America Succeeds
URL:https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/supporting-modern-learners-integrating-durable-skills-into-continuing-education-ce-programs/
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SUMMARY:From Playbook to Practice: Leading Mental Health Transformation in Texas Higher Education
DESCRIPTION:Texas stands at a critical crossroads in advancing student mental health across its colleges and universities. Nearly half of Texas college students report experiencing symptoms of depression or anxiety and more than 140 Texas counties lack a licensed psychologist\, compounding disparities. While colleges are doing more than ever to address student mental health\, additional coordination\, resources\, and innovation are needed to close the gaps. \n\n\n\nJoin us to hear from three Texas higher education leaders in a virtual fireside chat where they discuss their experiences implementing evidence-based mental health strategies. Learn how these senior leaders steward transformational work to support student wellbeing and helped create a new Playbook for Mental Health for the State of Texas. Interactive Q&A to follow. \n\n\n\nModerator: \n\n\n\n\nDr. Thad Mantaro\, Dean\, Student Health and Wellness\, Dallas College\n\n\n\n\nPanelists: \n\n\n\n\nDr. Carlos Cruz\, Associate Vice Chancellor of Student Well-being and Social Support\, Dallas College\n\n\n\nDr. Leticia Duncan-Brosnan\, Director\, District-Wide Student Advocacy Network\, Alamo Colleges District\n\n\n\nDr. Ashley Spicer-Runnels\, Assistant Vice Chancellor for Academic & Health Affairs\, Texas State University System
URL:https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/from-playbook-to-practice-leading-mental-health-transformation-in-texas-higher-education/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260408T130000
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SUMMARY:Mental Health in College: What Research Tells Us About Supporting Students
DESCRIPTION:Join editor Dr. Alexis Redding and contributing authors of the forthcoming book Mental Health in College: What Research Tells Us About Supporting Students for an engaging conversation on the evolving landscape of student mental health in higher education. \n\n\n\nThis webinar will highlight key findings from the book and explore actionable strategies for institutions seeking to better support student well-being. Panelists will share research-based insights\, practical examples\, and reflections on how colleges can create more responsive environments for mental health. \n\n\n\nSpeakers: \n\n\n\n\nBryan Ashton\, Managing Director\, Trellis Strategies\n\n\n\nAllyson Cornett\, Director of Research\, Trellis Strategies\n\n\n\nAdrian Gonzales\, Vice President of Student Services\n\n\n\nDr. Adam Pierson Milano\, Clinical Faculty\, UNC Chapel Hill\n\n\n\nDr. Alexis Redding\, Faculty\, Harvard Graduate School of Education\n\n\n\nRainesford Stauffer\, Freelance Writer\, Reporter\, and Nonfiction Author
URL:https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/mental-health-in-college-what-research-tells-us-about-supporting-students/
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SUMMARY:Fall 2025 Student Financial Wellness Survey Results
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the release of the Fall 2025 Student Financial Wellness Survey results! \n\n\n\nWe will dive into the new data on student financial security\, basic needs security\, student personas\, and student success\, gaining key insights that can be used to strengthen student financial wellbeing and support postsecondary credential completion. \n\n\n\nPresenters: \n\n\n\n\nAllyson Cornett\, Director of Research\, Trellis Strategies\n\n\n\nCarla Fletcher\, Principal Research Associate\, Trellis Strategies
URL:https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/fall-2025-student-financial-wellness-survey-results/
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SUMMARY:Student Financial Wellness Survey Report Release
DESCRIPTION:This in-person event will share experiences from over 67\,000 of today’s modern learners in relation to their finances\, mental health\, and evolving responsibilities from their responses to Trellis Strategies’ 2025 Student Financial Wellness Survey. \n\n\n\nSpeaker: \n\n\n\n\nAllyson Cornett\, Director of Research\, Trellis Strategies\n\n\n\nCarla Fletcher\, Principal Research Associate\, Trellis Strategies
URL:https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/student-financial-wellness-survey-report-release/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260318T130000
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CREATED:20260206T073328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T082210Z
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SUMMARY:Insights about First-Generation Students from the 2024 Student Financial Wellness Survey
DESCRIPTION:First generation college students represent a significant portion of today’s student population\, yet they continue to encounter substantial barriers to success. This webinar unpacks the financial\, academic\, and well-being realities facing first generation students\, as captured in the 2024 Student Financial Wellness Survey (SFWS). \n\n\n\nParticipants will learn how financial strain\, basic needs insecurity\, and disproportionate mental health challenges shape the educational journeys of first-generation learners. The information highlights key disparities between first generation and continuing generation students. \n\n\n\nWe will also explore evidence-based strategies institutions can implement to foster more equitable outcomes and effectively support this important student population. \n\n\n\nPresenters: \n\n\n\n\nLydia Mentzer\, Research Analyst\, Trellis Strategies
URL:https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/insights-about-first-generation-students-from-the-2024-student-financial-wellness-survey/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260302T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260302T150000
DTSTAMP:20260503T054628
CREATED:20260206T072402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T081532Z
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SUMMARY:State Spotlight on Basic Needs Initiatives: Kentucky
DESCRIPTION:Many states are working to reduce basic needs insecurity to improve postsecondary access and completion. Join us to learn about the Kentucky Student Success Collaborative’s efforts including their challenges and success as they work to better connect state’s nontuition benefit programs and education beyond high school. \n\n\n\nYou will learn about their statewide Basic Needs Action Network\, how they partnered with state agencies\, and hear about their ongoing work. \n\n\n\nPresenters: \n\n\n\n\nCarrie Welton\, Senior Policy Strategist\, Trellis Strategies\n\n\n\nDr. Lilly Massa-McKinley\, Assistant Vice President\, Kentucky Student Success Collaborative
URL:https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/state-spotlight-on-basic-needs-initiatives-kentucky/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T120000
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CREATED:20251230T000514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T012309Z
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SUMMARY:Transportation Toolkit for Community College Leaders
DESCRIPTION:Access to transportation is essential to student success and this webinar offers practical guidance for Community College leaders. Our toolkit will help community college stakeholders better understand transportation access on their campus and a view into some of the strategies being employed nationwide to address issues related to transportation and higher education. \n\n\n\nJoin us to take an in-depth look into using the toolkit and additional resources to help institutions offer a more comprehensive transportation experience to students. By improving transportation security for students\, whether through small administrative changes or long-term investments in community projects\, community colleges can grow their enrollment and improve retention and completion. \n\n\n\nPresenters: \n\n\n\n\nDr. May Plumb\, Qualitative Research Associate\, Trellis Strategies\n\n\n\nAnthony Schuette\, Research Associate\, Trellis Strategies
URL:https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/transportation-toolkit-for-community-college-leaders/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T110000
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CREATED:20260218T143014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T012135Z
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SUMMARY:Collaborating for Change: Innovative Policies to Support Student Wellbeing Hosted by the Coalition for Student Wellbeing (C4SW)
DESCRIPTION:Join Trellis Strategies and the Coalition for Student Wellbeing for a dynamic virtual event bringing together student leaders and campus administrators from across the country. Together we will highlight innovative\, student-driven policies transforming mental health and wellbeing on college campuses. \n\n\n\nThrough four initiatives\, speakers will share how to replicate\, offer insights into successful collaboration between students and administrators\, and provide practical strategies for campus-wide implementation. \n\n\n\nFeatured initiatives include: \n\n\n\n\nPeer Mental Health Navigator Program – University of South Carolina\n\n\n\nRelationship Peer Educators (RPE) – College of the Holy Cross\n\n\n\nWellness Tab on Canvas/eLearning Platforms – University of Tennessee\n\n\n\nAdding 988 to Student ID Cards – University of Arkansas
URL:https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/collaborating-for-change-innovative-policies-to-support-student-wellbeing-hosted-by-the-coalition-for-student-wellbeing-c4sw/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260224T120000
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DTSTAMP:20260503T054628
CREATED:20260206T072052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T012712Z
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SUMMARY:Supporting Modern Learners: Real Examples from College Campuses
DESCRIPTION:Modern learners are juggling more than ever—work\, family responsibilities\, financial pressures\, and constantly shifting expectations of what college should provide. Institutions know they need to adapt\, but the path forward isn’t always clear. \n\n\n\nJoin the Trellis Strategies and the Trellis Foundation teams in this webinar to explore real\, replicable examples from institutions successfully supporting today’s students. We’ll highlight innovative practices that improve retention\, reduce barriers\, and create a more responsive learning experience. \n\n\n\nThis webinar will highlight the Caring Campus initiative led by the Institute for Evidence-Based Change (IEBC) which provides coaching for faculty and staff to implement research-based behaviors that increase student connectedness\, leading to increased student success. \n\n\n\nPresenters: \n\n\n\n\nJesus Perales\, Program Officer\, Trellis Foundation\n\n\n\nDr. Christy Ponce\, President\, Temple College\n\n\n\nDr. Kristina Ramirez Wilson\, Chief of Performance Excellence and Strategy\, Texas A&M University Kingsville\n\n\n\nKen Sherwood\, Chief Operating Officer and Vice President for Caring Campus\, Institute for Evidence-Based Change
URL:https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/supporting-modern-learners-real-examples-from-college-campuses/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T150000
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SUMMARY:The Hidden Educational Barrier: Public Benefit Programs
DESCRIPTION:Many people from low-income backgrounds face significant barriers accessing and completing postsecondary credentials. Socioeconomic barriers include affordability challenges and insufficient financial aid that was built on assumptions of parental support\, as well as a lack of advocacy and awareness needed to navigate complex systems. A lesser understood barrier is the way that public benefit programs not only hinder access and completion of credentials and degrees but how they actively prevent it. \n\n\n\nJoin us to better understand how restrictions on education in public benefit programs cut off pathways that can move people from poverty to prosperity. We will discuss how public benefits and postsecondary education intersect as well as opportunities that exist to reduce barriers across policies and programs. \n\n\n\nPresenters: \n\n\n\n\nCarrie Welton\, Senior Policy Strategist\, Trellis Strategies
URL:https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/the-hidden-educational-barrier-public-benefit-programs/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260212T130000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T081243Z
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SUMMARY:The Loneliness Epidemic on College Campuses
DESCRIPTION:Loneliness among American adults has increased since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Approximately 36 percent of all Americans\, including 61 percent of young adults (aged 18-25)\, report feeling lonely frequently or almost all the time or all the time. The 2024 Student Financial Wellness Survey demonstrates the “loneliness epidemic” extends to students. \n\n\n\nIn this webinar\, we will share how colleges and universities can promote positive mental health and reduce loneliness among students by fostering social connection\, developing or enhancing low-cost or no-charge counseling and mental health services\, and creating supportive\, inclusive environments. \n\n\n\nPresenters: \n\n\n\n\nAllyson Cornett\, Director of Research\, Trellis Strategies
URL:https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/the-loneliness-epidemic-on-college-campuses/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260203T110000
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SUMMARY:Are all forms of work-based learning equal?
DESCRIPTION:The State Opportunity Index (SOI) Survey provides a data driven framework designed to help policymakers\, system leaders\, and institutions strengthen the connection between postsecondary education and economic opportunity. \n\n\n\nIn this webinar\, Strada Education Foundation and Trellis Strategies will share institution focused insights from the 2025 SOI Survey\, with a special emphasis on work-based learning—an area closely tied to career mobility and student success. \n\n\n\nWe’ll walk through key findings\, highlight actionable strategies\, and conclude with details on how campuses can participate in the upcoming no cost SOI Survey administration this spring.
URL:https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/are-all-forms-of-work-based-learning-equal/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260129T120000
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CREATED:20251230T001646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T110728Z
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SUMMARY:Student Financial Wellness at Online Institutions
DESCRIPTION:Our annual Student Financial Wellness Survey (SFWS) offers invaluable insights into how students’ financial wellness influences their success at your institution. In this webinar we will explore the survey results for students attending online institutions. Topics we will cover include financial security\, student personas and perceptions\, and student wellbeing. \n\n\n\nPresenters: \n\n\n\n\nCarla Fletcher\, Research Consultant\, Trellis Strategies\n\n\n\nAnthony Schuette\, Research Associate\, Trellis Strategies
URL:https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/student-financial-wellness-at-online-institutions/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260120T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260120T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T054628
CREATED:20251115T020639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T080116Z
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SUMMARY:Trellis 360 Discussion Series: Innovative Leadership for the Modern Learner – Dr. Michael Baston
DESCRIPTION:The needs of modern learners are vastly different than those of previous students and higher education leaders are rising to the challenge. Join us for the current Trellis 360 Series\, where Debra Chromy\, Ed.D.\, President & CEO of Trellis\, hosts one-on-one conversations with innovative higher education leaders who are reimagining their institutions for the modern learner. \n\n\n\nFrom fresh approaches to student success\, to bold ideas about industry alignment\, these candid conversations will give you a front-row seat to how colleges and universities are evolving in real time. \n\n\n\nTune in for our discussion with Dr. Michael Baston\, President of Cuyahoga Community College\, and hear how Tri-C is successfully reengaging adult learners\, strengthening career pathways\, and advancing institutional transformation.
URL:https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/trellis-360-discussion-series-innovative-leadership-for-the-modern-learner-dr-michael-baston/
CATEGORIES:360 Discussion Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260113T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260113T150000
DTSTAMP:20260503T054628
CREATED:20251209T104412Z
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SUMMARY:From “Work First” to Workforce First Strategies
DESCRIPTION:Federal and state governments invest billions of dollars each year in higher education and workforce development programs to expand access to education and training. Yet research shows personal financial circumstances and the need to work significantly affect people’s ability to enroll and stay enrolled. When individuals cannot afford tuition and cover basic expenses\, they miss out on gaining the skills and credentials employers require. As a result\, those public investments fail to translate into higher earnings\, increased tax revenue\, stronger economic stability\, or reduced use of public benefits. \n\n\n\nPublic benefit programs are intended to help people meet basic needs while working toward economic independence. However\, many of these programs restrict education\, creating barriers that deter\, delay\, or deny access to pathways proven to lead to higher wages\, greater tax contributions\, and lower unemployment and poverty rates. \n\n\n\nJoin us to learn more about this research and explore how some states treat public benefits as tools for success rather than obstacles by aligning benefit policies to support education\, completion\, and workforce participation. \n\n\n\nSpeakers: \n\n\n\n\nJennifer Stiddard\, Senior Director in Policy & Advocacy\, Jobs For the Future (JFF)\n\n\n\n\n\nCaroline Treschitta\, Senior Government Affairs Manager\, National Skills Coalition\n\n\n\n\n\nCarrie R. Welton\, Senior Policy Strategist\, Trellis Strategies
URL:https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/from-work-first-to-workforce-first-strategies/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251216T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251216T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T054628
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SUMMARY:Trellis 360 Discussion Series: Innovative Leadership for the Modern Learner – Dr. Robert Vela
DESCRIPTION:The needs of modern learners are vastly different than those of previous students and higher education leaders are rising to the challenge. Join us for the Fall Trellis 360 Series\, where Debra Chromy\, Ed.D.\, President & CEO of Trellis\, hosts one-on-one conversations with innovative higher education leaders who are reimagining their institutions for the modern learner. \n\n\n\nFrom fresh approaches to student success\, to bold ideas about industry alignment\, these candid conversations will give you a front-row seat to how colleges and universities are evolving in real time. \n\n\n\nTune in for our discussion with Dr. Robert Vela\, President of Texas A&M University-Kingsville\, who uses strategic planning and collaborative leadership to support today’s students.
URL:https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/trellis-360-discussion-series-innovative-leadership-for-the-modern-learner-dr-robert-vela/
CATEGORIES:360 Discussion Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251202T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251202T150000
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SUMMARY:Overview of a Some College\, No Credential Toolkit
DESCRIPTION:Building on our understanding of the SCNC learner through our recent national Some College\, No Credential survey\, this webinar introduces a practical toolkit designed to help institutions reconnect with and serve this critical population. From outreach strategies to institutional policy considerations\, Trellis Strategies shares actionable resources and examples that empower leaders to create pathways back to higher education for students who paused their journey.
URL:https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/overview-of-a-some-college-no-credential-toolkit/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251119T130000
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SUMMARY:Basic Needs 101 with Trellis Strategies
DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re just beginning to explore basic needs support or looking to strengthen existing initiatives\, this discussion will equip you with the knowledge and tools to make a meaningful impact. \n\n\n\nOur Trellis Strategies team will explore: \n\n\n\n\nNon-tuition barriers that threaten students’ ability to persist and complete\n\n\n\n\n\nResources and supports available beyond traditional higher education structures that can improve postsecondary access and completion\n\n\n\n\n\nExamples of effective strategies from around the country\n\n\n\n\nWho Should Attend: College and university administrators\, student affairs professionals\, financial aid officers\, higher education and basic needs advocates\, and anyone involved in student support services.
URL:https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/basic-needs-101-with-trellis-strategies/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251112T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251112T140000
DTSTAMP:20260503T054628
CREATED:20251001T023009Z
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SUMMARY:Understanding the Some College\, No Credential Learner
DESCRIPTION:Millions of learners have started college but left without a credential across the country. This is often due to financial\, personal\, or institutional barriers. This session dives into the characteristics and challenges of the Some College\, No Credential (SCNC) population\, offering insights into how higher education leaders can re-engage these students and based on Trellis Strategies new research with SCNC learners.
URL:https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/understanding-the-some-college-no-credential-learner/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251105T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251105T140000
DTSTAMP:20260503T054628
CREATED:20250927T010018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251108T003350Z
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SUMMARY:The Parenting Students Project at ACC: Successes and Future Directions  
DESCRIPTION:The Parenting Students Project (2021-2025) combined direct financial assistance with a strong community of care to support over 100 parenting students at Austin Community College District (ACC). Through a mixed-methods evaluation\, Trellis Strategies found that participation in the PSP was associated with a 20-percentage point increase in term-to-term retention and that participants experienced substantial positive impacts on their transportation security and mental health. In this webinar\, leaders from United Way for Greater Austin and ACC will share reflections on the successes and challenges of the project and directions for future work to support parents as they pursue postsecondary education.
URL:https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/the-parenting-students-project-at-acc-successes-and-future-directions/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251027T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251027T140000
DTSTAMP:20260503T054628
CREATED:20251001T022605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T065221Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to the Modern Learner
DESCRIPTION:Today’s students are navigating higher education with new expectations and evolving needs. In this introductory webinar\, Trellis Strategies explores the profile of the Modern Learner. We will explore who they are\, what they value\, and how institutions can better align their strategies to support success. Join us for a data-informed conversation that sets the foundation for reimagining non-linear pathways for educational attainment.
URL:https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/introduction-to-the-modern-learner/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251015T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251015T140000
DTSTAMP:20260503T054628
CREATED:20250927T005535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T185047Z
UID:10000070-1760533200-1760536800@www.trellisstrategies.org
SUMMARY:Transportation Security 
DESCRIPTION:Consistent transportation to and from campus is crucial to student success. In this session\, we will discuss the various ways that transportation presents a barrier to higher education access. Through reviewing results from the Fall 2024 Student Financial Wellness Survey and examining methods to gather quantitative data on commuting patterns\, we will identify frameworks for analyzing transportation access and we will close by discussing institutional strategies and techniques that can help students more effectively get to where they need to be reliably and consistently.
URL:https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/transportation-security/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250923T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250923T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T054628
CREATED:20250912T045807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T031836Z
UID:10000069-1758628800-1758632400@www.trellisstrategies.org
SUMMARY:Trellis Strategies 360 Discussion Series: Innovative Leadership for the Modern Learner – A Discussion with Chancellor Flores
DESCRIPTION:The needs of modern learners are vastly different than those of previous students and higher education leaders are rising to the challenge. Join us for the Fall Trellis Strategies 360 Discussion Series\, where Debra Chromy\, Ed.D.\, President & CEO of Trellis\, hosts one-on-one conversations with innovative higher education leaders who are reimagining their institutions for the modern learner.   \n\n\n\nFrom fresh approaches to student success\, to bold ideas about industry alignment\, these candid conversations will give you a front-row seat to how colleges and universities are evolving in real time.  Join us this September for Chancellor Mike Flores\, of the Alamo Colleges District\, who is working to advance the moonshot of ending poverty through education and training.  \n\n\n\nPanelist: \n\n\n\nDr. Mike Flores\, Chancellor\, Alamo Colleges District
URL:https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/trellis-strategies-360-discussion-series-innovative-leadership-for-the-modern-learner-a-discussion-with-chancellor-flores/
CATEGORIES:360 Discussion Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250915T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250916T180000
DTSTAMP:20260503T054628
CREATED:20250730T214130Z
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SUMMARY:Modern Learner Summit
DESCRIPTION:Trellis Strategies and the Trellis Foundation invite you to join us in Austin\, TX for the inaugural Modern Learner Summit\, taking place September 15–16\, 2025. \n\n\n\nSept.15: 11:00 am-6:00 pm (CT)  \n\n\n\nSept.16: 8:00 am-4:00 pm (CT) \n\n\n\nThis two-day convening will bring together higher education leaders\, nonprofit partners\, and policy stakeholders to explore a central question: How are today’s students navigating college and how can institutions adapt to support them? \n\n\n\nThe Modern Learner is not one type of student. They may be returning adults\, first-generation students\, caregivers\, part-time enrollees\, or individuals balancing work\, family\, and school. What they share is a need for systems that are flexible\, relevant\, and designed to meet them where they are. \n\n\n\nAgenda \n\n\n\nSeptember 15th\, 2025: Defining the Modern Learner \n\n\n\n\n11:00 AM Check-In \n\n\n\n12:00 PM Welcome & Defining the Modern Learner\n\n\n\n12:30-1:20 PM General Session: Defining Non-Linear Pathways and Credential Attainment \n\n\n\n1:30 – 2:15 PM General Session: Learner-Centered Course Design \n\n\n\n2:15 – 3:15 PM Snack & Fireside Chat: Reflections on Leadership for Modern Learners\n\nDr. Harrison Keller\, President\, University of North Texas \n\n\n\n\n\n3:15 – 4:00 PM General Session: Quality Outcomes on Non-Degree Credentials\n\n\n\n4:30 PM – 6:00 PM Reception: Punch Bowl Social\n\n\n\n\nSeptember 16th\, 2025: Scaling Best Practices \n\n\n\n\n8:00 – Breakfast\n\n\n\n8:30 – 9:20 AM General Session: Rural Learners\n\n\n\n9:30 – 10:20 AM General Session: Policy Implications for Texas Higher Education\n\n\n\n10:30 – 11:20 AM Deep Dive Sessions \n\nBasic Needs Track: Transportation Solutions\n\n\n\nNon-Linear Pathway Track: Creating a Campus Culture of Support\n\n\n\nQuality Outcomes Track: Micro Educational Experiences \n\n\n\n\n\n11:30 AM – 12:15 PM Lunch\n\n\n\n12:30 – 1:20 PM Deep Dive Sessions \n\nBasic Needs Track: Public Benefit Support\n\n\n\nNon-Linear Pathway Track: Workforce Solutions & Higher Education Partnership\n\n\n\nQuality Outcomes Track: Competency Based Education and Skill Verification\n\n\n\n\n\n1:30 – 2: 15 PM General Session: Update from Washington\, D.C.\n\nDr. Tom Harnisch\, Vice President for Government Relations\, SHEEO \n\n\n\n\n\n2:30 – 3:15 PM General Session: Deep Dive on Flexible Delivery Pathways\n\nDr. Mark Milliron\, President\, National University \n\n\n\n\n\n3:15 – 4:00 PM Closing Session\n\nDr. Wynn Rosser\, Commissioner\, Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Location\n\n\n\nThe Westin Austin at The Domain 11301 Domain Dr\, Austin\, TX 78758\, USA 512-832-4197 \n\n\n\nContact Andrea.Gonzalez@trellisstrategies.org with event questions.
URL:https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/modern-learner-summit/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250908T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250908T150000
DTSTAMP:20260503T054628
CREATED:20250819T202638Z
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SUMMARY:One in Five: Addressing the Needs of Caregiving Students in Postsecondary Education
DESCRIPTION:Caregivers form a key constituency of current\, potential\, and returning college students\, with around one in five undergraduates having legal dependents. Students who take care of children and other family members face greater barriers to education than their peers without caregiving responsibilities\, impacting their ability to access and complete a postsecondary credential\, with intergenerational implications. Increasing degree attainment among U.S. adults requires alleviating the barriers caregivers face—financial insecurity\, time poverty\, and decreased sense of belonging—improving their ability to complete a credential and to do so sooner with less debt. \n\n\n\nIn this webinar\, Carrie R. Welton (Policy Strategist) and May Helena Plumb (Research Associate) explore recent data on caregiving students from the Fall 2024 Student Financial Wellness Survey and highlight strategies for institutions\, states\, and the federal government to invest in the modern learner.
URL:https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/one-in-five-addressing-the-needs-of-caregiving-students-in-postsecondary-education/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250814T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250814T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T054628
CREATED:20250710T184857Z
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SUMMARY:Mental Health and Wellbeing: Supporting the Whole Student
DESCRIPTION:Trellis Strategies and the C4SW\, the Coalition for Student Wellbeing\, are collaborating on this webinar to explore the current state of student mental health and what institutions can do to support holistic student wellbeing. We will discuss key findings from  Trellis Strategies’ 2024 Student Financial Wellness Survey\, followed by a panel discussion highlighting challenges and effective practices from both student and institutional perspectives. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInterested in More? \n\n\n\n\n\nThanks for Attending Our Virtual Webinar \n\n\n\nTrellis Strategies is a strategic research and consulting firm dedicated to advancing postsecondary education and strengthening the workforce by delivering unparalleled insights into the student experience\, from application through graduation.  \n\n\n\n\nGet In Touch
URL:https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/mental-health-and-wellbeing-supporting-the-whole-student/
LOCATION:Virtual Webinar\, 301 Sundance Pkwy\, Round Rock\, Texas\, 78681\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250716T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250716T170000
DTSTAMP:20260503T054628
CREATED:20250409T200201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T192100Z
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SUMMARY:Basic Needs Summit
DESCRIPTION:Join Trellis Strategies at the Higher Education Financial Wellness Alliance Summit for data driven conversations about student basic needs including food insecurity\, transportation\, and financial security. \n\n\n\nAll Summit attendees\, in-person and virtual\, can attend the Basic Needs Summit for free! \n\n\n\n\n\n*Simply select the option to register for the Basic Needs Summit as part of your Summit registration. \n\n\n\nBasic Needs Summit Tentative Agenda\n\n\n\n\n10:00 a.m. Welcome & 2024 Student Financial Wellness Survey Results Overview\n\nBryan Ashton\, Trellis Strategies\n\n\n\nAllyson Cornett\, Trellis Strategies\n\n\n\nCarla Fletcher\, Trellis Strategies\n\n\n\n\n\n10:45 a.m. Basic Needs Supports 101\n\nCarrie Welton\, Trellis Strategies\n\n\n\n\n\n11:30 a.m. Campus Implications – Utah Focus\n\nBryan Ashton\, Trellis Strategies\n\n\n\n\n\n12:30 p.m. Lunch & Networking\n\n\n\n1:30 p.m. Future of Postsecondary Education & Affordability\n\nBeth Akers\, AEI\n\n\n\nDebra Chromy\, Trellis\n\n\n\nCourtney McBeth\, WGU\n\n\n\n\n\n2:30 p.m. Food Security & Housing\, Transportation – BREAKOUT SESSION\n\nFood Security & Housing\n\n\n\nTransportation: Anthony Schuette\, Trellis Strategies\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInterested in More? \n\n\n\n\n\nThanks for Attending Our Virtual Webinar \n\n\n\nTrellis Strategies is a strategic research and consulting firm dedicated to advancing postsecondary education and strengthening the workforce by delivering unparalleled insights into the student experience\, from application through graduation.  \n\n\n\n\nGet In Touch
URL:https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/basic-needs-summit/
LOCATION:The University of Utah – S.J. Quinney College of Law\, 383 South S University Street\, Salt Lake City\, Utah\, 84112\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250624T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250624T140000
DTSTAMP:20260503T054628
CREATED:20250505T155623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T155011Z
UID:10000064-1750770000-1750773600@www.trellisstrategies.org
SUMMARY:Maximizing Yield - Turning Applicants into Enrolled Students
DESCRIPTION:With fewer college-bound students and declining yield rates\, institutions can no longer rely on traditional admissions tactics alone. Join Trellis Strategies to examine how a cross-campus approach—focused on guiding each applicant through the enrollment process—can strengthen yield and build a more resilient incoming class. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInterested in More? \n\n\n\n\n\nThanks for Attending Our Virtual Webinar \n\n\n\nTrellis Strategies is a strategic research and consulting firm dedicated to advancing postsecondary education and strengthening the workforce by delivering unparalleled insights into the student experience\, from application through graduation.  \n\n\n\n\nGet In Touch
URL:https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/maximizing-yield-turning-applicants-into-enrolled-students/
LOCATION:Virtual Webinar\, 301 Sundance Pkwy\, Round Rock\, Texas\, 78681\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250623T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250623T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T054628
CREATED:20250211T165136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T180114Z
UID:10000059-1750680000-1750683600@www.trellisstrategies.org
SUMMARY:Trellis Strategies 360 Discussion Series - Institutional Transformation: Rethinking Outcomes and Accountability
DESCRIPTION:There is increased pressure\, and no shortage of frameworks\, to look at outcomes for postsecondary degrees and credentials.  Institutions increasingly are feeling pressure to adapt to the needs of an evolving workforce within degree programs. Episode four will focus on the role of outcomes and accountability as institutions undertake transformation to meet the needs of today’s learners. \n\n\n\nPanelists: \n\n\n\n\nDr. Walter Kimbrough\, Interim President\, Talladega College\n\n\n\nEric Bing\, Chancellor & Chief Executive Officer\, The College of Health Care Professions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInterested in More? \n\n\n\n\n\nThanks for Attending Our Virtual Webinar \n\n\n\nTrellis Strategies is a strategic research and consulting firm dedicated to advancing postsecondary education and strengthening the workforce by delivering unparalleled insights into the student experience\, from application through graduation.  \n\n\n\n\nGet In Touch
URL:https://www.trellisstrategies.org/event/trellis-strategies-360-discussion-series-institutional-transformation-rethinking-outcomes-and-accountability/
LOCATION:Virtual Webinar\, 301 Sundance Pkwy\, Round Rock\, Texas\, 78681\, United States
CATEGORIES:360 Discussion Series
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