Join us for the TRIO Student Leadership Conference: People and Purpose, a one-day event designed to inspire and empower TRIO Talent Search students from Southwestern Oregon Community College programs in Coos and Curry counties.
Date: Thursday, September 25, 2025
Location: Southwestern Oregon Community College – Coos Bay Campus
Time: 9:30 AM check-in | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM conference
This engaging conference will feature:
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Opening Keynote: Zach Jones, Manager of Student Supports at the Ford Family Foundation, Coos County native, and proud TRIO Talent Search alumnus.
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Breakout Sessions:
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Exploring leadership styles
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Managing mental health for success in school and beyond
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Ford Family Scholarship opportunities and how to prepare in high school
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Guided campus tours of the Coos Bay SWOCC campus with Admissions
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Lunch Provided: Enjoy a meal in the SWOCC cafeteria with your peers.
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Prizes & Swag: Students will have the chance to win headphones, gift cards, Lego sets, and Stanley water bottles. Every participant will receive a complimentary TRIO beanie and t-shirt.
This conference is a unique opportunity for TRIO students to connect with peers, explore leadership, prepare for college, and celebrate the power of People and Purpose.
