Illinois TRIO

Illinois TRIO Illinois TRIO is an Educational Opportunity Program organization dedicated to ensuring access & education for all who desire a post-secondary education.

🎉 The Call for Nominations is NOW OPEN for the Illinois TRIO Association’s Rising TRIO Achiever Award — and the deadline...
06/05/2026

🎉 The Call for Nominations is NOW OPEN for the Illinois TRIO Association’s Rising TRIO Achiever Award — and the deadline has officially been EXTENDED! 🎉

Do you know a TRIO or GEAR UP student whose leadership, resilience, growth, and impact truly represent the heart of the TRIO mission? Now is the time to celebrate them! 💙💛

We are looking to recognize students who not only pursue their own success, but also uplift and inspire others along the way.

🏆 Six students across Illinois will be recognized:
✔️ North, Central, & South Regions
✔️ Pre-College & Collegiate Levels

📌 Nomination Process Includes:
• Nominator submission
• Brief nomination statement
• Student reflection component submitted directly by nominee

🗓 Deadline TODAY!!!!!!

🔗 Submit your nomination today: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc8sEr0B_CgUPlT-32fUSlsxn1soFYCJ6codbhXITgjvGLAWA/viewform

Let’s continue highlighting the incredible students who are shaping the future of TRIO through leadership, perseverance, and service.

🎉 Illinois TRIO Celebrates the Retirement of Dr. Escobar 🎉On behalf of the Illinois TRIO Association, we extend our hear...
06/04/2026

🎉 Illinois TRIO Celebrates the Retirement of Dr. Escobar 🎉

On behalf of the Illinois TRIO Association, we extend our heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to Dr. Betol Escobar on his retirement.

Dr. Escobar has dedicated his career to empowering students and advancing educational opportunity through his service as the Senior Assistant Director and Senior Student Success Advisor for TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) at the Michael L. Jeffries Center for Access and Academic Success (formerly the Office of Minority Student Affairs) at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.

Throughout his years of service, Dr. Escobar has been a steadfast advocate for student success, helping countless first-generation, low-income, and underrepresented students navigate higher education and achieve their goals. His commitment to the TRIO mission, passion for student development, and dedication to creating pathways for success have left a lasting impact on students, colleagues, and the broader educational community.

As he begins this well-earned new chapter, we thank Dr. Escobar for his years of leadership, mentorship, and service. His legacy will continue to inspire future generations of TRIO professionals and students.

Please join us in celebrating Dr. Escobar and wishing him a retirement filled with joy, good health, new adventures, and continued success.

Congratulations, Dr. Escobar, and thank you for your unwavering commitment to students and the TRIO family! 💙💛

🎉 The Call for Nominations is NOW OPEN for the Illinois TRIO Association’s Rising TRIO Achiever Award — and the deadline...
06/03/2026

🎉 The Call for Nominations is NOW OPEN for the Illinois TRIO Association’s Rising TRIO Achiever Award — and the deadline has officially been EXTENDED! 🎉

Do you know a TRIO or GEAR UP student whose leadership, resilience, growth, and impact truly represent the heart of the TRIO mission? Now is the time to celebrate them! 💙💛

We are looking to recognize students who not only pursue their own success, but also uplift and inspire others along the way.

🏆 Six students across Illinois will be recognized:
✔️ North, Central, & South Regions
✔️ Pre-College & Collegiate Levels

📌 Nomination Process Includes:
• Nominator submission
• Brief nomination statement
• Student reflection component submitted directly by nominee

🗓 Deadline to Submit: Friday, June 5, 2026

🔗 Submit your nomination today: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc8sEr0B_CgUPlT-32fUSlsxn1soFYCJ6codbhXITgjvGLAWA/viewform

Let’s continue highlighting the incredible students who are shaping the future of TRIO through leadership, perseverance, and service.

🎉 The Call for Nominations is NOW OPEN for the Illinois TRIO Association’s Rising TRIO Achiever Award — and the deadline...
06/01/2026

🎉 The Call for Nominations is NOW OPEN for the Illinois TRIO Association’s Rising TRIO Achiever Award — and the deadline has officially been EXTENDED! 🎉

Do you know a TRIO or GEAR UP student whose leadership, resilience, growth, and impact truly represent the heart of the TRIO mission? Now is the time to celebrate them! 💙💛

We are looking to recognize students who not only pursue their own success, but also uplift and inspire others along the way.

🏆 Six students across Illinois will be recognized:
✔️ North, Central, & South Regions
✔️ Pre-College & Collegiate Levels

📌 Nomination Process Includes:
• Nominator submission
• Brief nomination statement
• Student reflection component submitted directly by nominee

🗓 Deadline to Submit: Monday, June 8, 2026

🔗 Submit your nomination today: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc8sEr0B_CgUPlT-32fUSlsxn1soFYCJ6codbhXITgjvGLAWA/viewform

Let’s continue highlighting the incredible students who are shaping the future of TRIO through leadership, perseverance, and service.

💙 TRIO, when was the last time you checked in on YOU? 💙We spend our days encouraging students, solving problems, meeting...
06/01/2026

💙 TRIO, when was the last time you checked in on YOU? 💙
We spend our days encouraging students, solving problems, meeting deadlines, advocating for access, and showing up for others. But who is pouring back into us?
☕ You Can’t Pour From an Empty Cup: Addressing Burnout in Your Career is a conversation dedicated to the well-being of those who spend their careers serving others. Join us as we discuss burnout, self-care, resilience, and practical strategies to help you recharge and continue making an impact.

🎤 Presented by: Dr. Althia Gayle, Ed.D., LCSW, PEL
📅 Monday, June 15, 2026
⏰ 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM (CT)
💻 Virtual
📣 Open to TRIO professionals, TRIO alumni, current students, and supporters of educational opportunity.
✨ Take care. Recharge. Keep pouring.
✨ Because YOU matter.
✨ Your work matters.
✨ And our students need the best version of us.
🔗 Register today: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/x9fJ1uvpSRaatkUOvK5b_A #/registration
Tag a TRIO colleague, alum, or mentor who needs this reminder. 💙

Leaders in MOTION: Rooted. Rising. Relentless.The Illinois TRIO Association invites students, alumni, TRIO professionals...
05/29/2026

Leaders in MOTION: Rooted. Rising. Relentless.

The Illinois TRIO Association invites students, alumni, TRIO professionals/staff, campus staff, and community partners to submit proposals for the 2026 Student Leadership Conference.

This conference is designed to empower TRIO students as they grow in leadership, confidence, advocacy, and purpose through engaging, student-centered experiences.

Proposals should align with our leadership framework:

C.L.A.W. — Claim. Lead. Anchor. Walk.

C — Claim Your Power (confidence, identity, belonging)
L — Lead in Motion (leadership through action)
A — Anchor in F.A.M.I.L.Y. (community and support)
W — Walk Relentlessly in Purpose (resilience and growth)

We’re Looking for Sessions That:
✨ Empower student leadership
✨ Spark meaningful dialogue
✨ Build confidence and community
✨ Encourage collaboration and growth
✨ Inspire students to take action

SUBMIT YOUR PROPOSAL HERE!
https://forms.gle/XqMUXV5Ay4rbwDiG8

📌 Submission Deadline: Friday, May 29, 2026

Your voice matters. Your story matters. Your leadership matters. 🐾

Leaders in MOTION: Rooted. Rising. Relentless.The Illinois TRIO Association invites students, alumni, TRIO professionals...
05/28/2026

Leaders in MOTION: Rooted. Rising. Relentless.

The Illinois TRIO Association invites students, alumni, TRIO professionals/staff, campus staff, and community partners to submit proposals for the 2026 Student Leadership Conference.

This conference is designed to empower TRIO students as they grow in leadership, confidence, advocacy, and purpose through engaging, student-centered experiences.

Proposals should align with our leadership framework:

C.L.A.W. — Claim. Lead. Anchor. Walk.

C — Claim Your Power (confidence, identity, belonging)
L — Lead in Motion (leadership through action)
A — Anchor in F.A.M.I.L.Y. (community and support)
W — Walk Relentlessly in Purpose (resilience and growth)

We’re Looking for Sessions That:
✨ Empower student leadership
✨ Spark meaningful dialogue
✨ Build confidence and community
✨ Encourage collaboration and growth
✨ Inspire students to take action

SUBMIT YOUR PROPOSAL HERE!
https://forms.gle/XqMUXV5Ay4rbwDiG8

📌 Submission Deadline: Friday, May 29, 2026

Your voice matters. Your story matters. Your leadership matters.

🐾Leaders in MOTION: Rooted. Rising. Relentless.The Illinois TRIO Association invites students, alumni, TRIO professional...
05/27/2026

🐾Leaders in MOTION: Rooted. Rising. Relentless.

The Illinois TRIO Association invites students, alumni, TRIO professionals/staff, campus staff, and community partners to submit proposals for the 2026 Student Leadership Conference.

This conference is designed to empower TRIO students as they grow in leadership, confidence, advocacy, and purpose through engaging, student-centered experiences.

Proposals should align with our leadership framework:

C.L.A.W. — Claim. Lead. Anchor. Walk.

C — Claim Your Power (confidence, identity, belonging)
L — Lead in Motion (leadership through action)
A — Anchor in F.A.M.I.L.Y. (community and support)
W — Walk Relentlessly in Purpose (resilience and growth)

We’re Looking for Sessions That:
✨ Empower student leadership
✨ Spark meaningful dialogue
✨ Build confidence and community
✨ Encourage collaboration and growth
✨ Inspire students to take action

SUBMIT YOUR PROPOSAL HERE!
https://forms.gle/XqMUXV5Ay4rbwDiG8

📌 Submission Deadline: Friday, May 29, 2026

Your voice matters. Your story matters. Your leadership matters.

Address

1440 W. Taylor Street, #991
Chicago, IL
60607

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Illinois TRIO posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Organization

Send a message to Illinois TRIO:

Shortcuts

Share

Category