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APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN
COE invites applications for the 35th NSLC at American University in Washington, D.C., June 8-13, 2024
The Council for Opportunity in Education is thrilled to announce the 35th annual National Student Leadership Congress (NSLC) in the summer of 2024. This transformative leadership experience will bring together 170 high school students who are part of the TRIO programs, including TRIO Upward Bound, TRIO Upward Bound Math-Science, and TRIO Talent Search, from all across the United States and its territories. They will be part of a 6-day leadership program held in Washington, D.C. During the Leadership Congress, students will stay, study, and eat on the campus of American University. The event will feature exciting activities, such as a Mock Congress, opportunities for exploring college and career options, visits to famous landmarks and museums in Washington, D.C., and meetings with their Senators and Representatives on Capitol Hill. Students must apply before Tuesday, January 16, 2024, by 5:00 p.m. ET. The registration fee is $1,700 per student upon acceptance, and this fee covers lodging, meals, educational materials, and cultural experiences.
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Counselor Application
The counselor’s role is crucial to the student’s experience and the success of the program.
Counselors will guide 10-15 students each through an intensive in-person six-day leadership experience for first-generation high school students. The counselor’s role is crucial to the student’s experience and the program’s success. Successful applicants will travel to Washington, D.C., and take part in facilitating a transformational experience for pre-college TRIO students from across the United States and U.S. Territories. NSLC counselors play a crucial role in assisting students as they work collectively to find innovative solutions to today’s societal issues. COE prefers current or former full-time or part-time TRIO staff, TRIO alumni, and former NSLC staff with experience working with pre-college students and summer residential programs. Since counselors work with minors, COE will conduct a background check.
Additional counselor duties include:
- Attending and partaking in daily staff debriefings,
- Facilitating group sessions for the Simulated Congress Challenge,
- Assisting with program logistics and evaluation,
- Managing emergencies,
- Helping students with technology as necessary, and
- Keeping students abreast of the schedule.
Additional Information
About the Leadership Congress
Establishing a national network of emerging leaders
COE encourages outstanding students from the high school graduating classes of 2024 and 2025 to apply and serve as a representative for the 2023 National Student Leadership Congress (NSLC). Students can expect a rigorous program with a full schedule that will challenge them and provide an intensive learning experience. Selected students must attend for the entirety of the program, which takes place June 10–15. This program is for new applicants only. Students who have participated in NSLC previously are ineligible to reapply.
Get in Touch
Questions? Contact Director of Student Opportunities Angela L. Holley.
Angela L. Holley
Director, Student Development Services [email protected]
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COE will invite applications for these additional opportunities soon.
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