Like they use to say in the old days, “Right
On!” You dear friend hit it on the mark. We have to protect what was
gained through hard struggle by uniting as many as possible.
Ozzie Rivera
From: Retention &
Graduation Issues Concerning Minorities in Higher Education
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Subject: Re: 2nd Annual Policy
Seminar in
Importance: High
TRIO
Folks -
(For
those of you who are subscribed to both TRIO and KCP lists, I apologize in
advance for the double mailing.)
I
think the TRIO community is missing the boat, at least the
Then
again, the KCP community is missing the boat as well. KCP hasn’t reached
out to TRIO the way it should have.
Yet
there IS a connection between EOP and TRIO, as I've noted loudly for the past couple
of decades. That's exactly why, without any TRIO funding, my office (partially
supported with KCP funding) has always worked collaboratively with all TRIO
programs and organizations to ensure TRIO funding and stability. It’s all
about the WHOLE!
Consider
how many
I
had assumed that there was already a good deal of cross-fertilization between
the two "camps" but I think my assumption is overly optimistic. I
don’t see nearly enough collaboration and shared efforts.
The
near complete success in restoring major program cuts in TRIO and GEAR UP is to
be applauded, but that is, in my opinion, a temporary battle victory. The
forces that attacked this time have not been eliminated; just beaten back from
the front. They WILL be back, and with a vengeance. They have ALWAYS been
there. They will ALWAYS be there. And we ALL need to be prepared to fight when
they return for the next round of attacks.
If
we wish to talk about a state "policy seminar" for TRIO -- then let's
talk seriously about the WHOLE picture. The Cherry Commission has recommended
that
The
Center for Individual Rights, the American Civil Rights Initiative (and its Michigan
counterpart), the Center for Equal Opportunity (all ultra conservative groups
despite what their names would imply -- and that's by design) are the names of
our enemies...and THEY are VERY clear on who and what they are fighting
against...and WHO they will work WITH!!!
Are
WE as focused and united as they are?! If the answer is no, we will lose this
battle and ultimately the war!
(For
some quick reference information about KCP, I’m attaching a document that
includes some facts, figures and talking points about the KCP programs. It has
been compiled by the KCP officers using state-wide data.)
Let's
decide to hit the Michigan Hill in force, collaboratively, focused and unified!
And we can’t wait until September for KCP. We must act now!!!
By
the way, who is aware of the K-16 Rally in
Tendaji
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Educational
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Subject: 2nd Annual Policy Seminar in
Good
morning Michigan TRiO Personnel!
Just
wanted to keep you in the loop about the 2nd Policy Seminar being planned for
September in the state capitol. We are looking at the 13th or 20th of
September (Tuesdays). We would like to get your feedback on what date you
prefer, and whether you'd be able to volunteer on our committee, and/or whether
you'd be able to attend this important event.
You
may ask, "what is this policy seminar thing, anyways?" It is modeled
after the national policy seminar put on by COE in
Another
common question, "who should come to this event?" Everyone!
TRiO Personnel, students, alumni, college officials, teachers, tutors, parents,
etc. You decide. If you are thinking it will be hard to get
students out of school, or that your students will have college classes and
will be unable to attend, STOP, right there. YOU can still come and bring
parents, or Alumni, or your teachers/tutors. We NEED your help to make
this a success! We'd like to have TRiO representatives from each district
available.
Last
question, "What will we be doing?" This is where we are looking for a
few brave volunteers to speak their mind and give us suggestions. Last
year we did a pizza party that students and staff were able to meet and greet
their state officials. We ran into a hang up that both house and senate
were immersed in heated debate so we didn't get to see as many people. So
this year we were thinking of a possible "job shadow/meet your rep &
office staff in their offices" in the morning/afternoon (depending on
their availability) and then lunch, with tours of MSU and LCC and Cooley Law
scheduled throughout the day. We also can do tours of the capitol, and
give maps for the state library. We could if enough were interested, get
hotel information to expand the event to Monday/Tuesday. We need your
voice.
We
sincerely appreciate your dedication to TRiO and your students, and look to
make this event a learning experience for all visitors. If you have questions,
comments, ideas, or just want to say hello! please email me back at: [log in to unmask]
Thank
you for your time,
Amy
Anderson Heath
Alexander William Tandy
ETS
Director UB Assoc.
Dir. UB Dir.& MI-MAEOPP Pres.
Southwestern