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Looking for a meaningful volunteer opportunity? Look no further! Make a difference by helping a College Now and/or Say Yes Cleveland scholarship recipient navigate through college with College Now’s Mentoring Program.
To become a mentor, all you need is a college degree, a commitment for the duration of the student's college journey (up to 5 years) and the ability to connect online, with in-person engagement opportunities. Your willingness to pay it forward is the key to making a lasting impact that starts with a student earning their college degree.
Starting April 1, tune in to WKYC Channel 3 on Mondays during the month to learn more about College Now’s Mentoring Program. We’re checking in with current and former mentor/mentee pairs who have positively impacted each other.
Apply by May 15 for consideration to be paired with an incoming college freshman.
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Complete the 2024-2025 FAFSA now!
The updated Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) provides crucial financial assistance for high school seniors, current college students and adult learners pursuing postsecondary education. This year, the FAFSA process has been revamped, and the rollout of these changes has faced some challenges.
We’re continuing to host free FAFSA workshops in March and April at various Cleveland Public Library branches, offering personalized assistance. You can find more information at cngc.org/fafsa, or reach out to College Now at fafsa@collegenowgc.org or call 216-241-5587 to schedule a virtual or in-person appointment that works for your schedule.
More on FAFSA
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2024 AmeriCorps Week
Last week, we celebrated 30 years of impact as an AmeriCorps host site. Throughout the nation, programs like the AmeriCorps Ohio College and Career Guides places recent college graduates in middle schools, high schools and community centers to steer underserved youth toward brighter educational paths.
To conclude AmeriCorps Week, our Hungry to Learn Food Drive demonstrated the power of community service. Our College and Career Guides packed essential food kits for distribution to Kent State University, Cleveland State University and Tri-C Metro.
Follow us for updates on how AmeriCorps at College Now has impacted the lives of our incredible alumni!
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College Now Adult Programs Satellite Office in Greater Cleveland Food Bank | |
Calling all adult learners in Cleveland! College Now’s satellite office is open at the Greater Cleveland Food Bank Community Resource Center. Our team is here, dedicated to helping YOU navigate the path to higher education. From choosing the right program to securing financial aid, we've got you covered - all for FREE!
Stop by the new office during the times listed below and let's start turning your educational dreams into reality:
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Tuesday-Thursday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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Friday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (1st/3rd); 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. (2nd/4th)
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Saturday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (2nd/4th only)
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'Requiem' sells out for Jones Scholarship | |
On March 15, College Now and Peter Lawson Jones hosted a sold-out evening featuring the professional U.S. theatre and English-translation premiere of “Requiem” at Cleveland Public Theatre. Peter Lawson Jones is featured in the lead role of the play which runs through April 6, and the event benefitted the Charles & Margaret Jones Scholarship Fund at College Now. The event raised nearly $7,000, which will directly support Jones Scholars who are pursuing their postsecondary degrees at Ohio University, Ohio State University, Michigan State University, Harvard University, University of Pennsylvania, Eastern Michigan University and Northwestern University. The fundraiser included a talk-back with Peter Lawson Jones and WKYC-TV3 anchor Christi Paul.
Peter Lawson Jones, a well-known attorney, former elected official, business consultant and professional actor established the scholarship named for his parents 25 years ago to honor their dedication to education. Margaret Jones was a Cleveland public school teacher and Charles Jones was a college administrator. Both Margaret and Charles had an unshakable belief in the power of education. To date, 14 Jones scholars have graduated from college and two are currently enrolled and pursuing their degrees.
College Now would like to thank Peter Lawson Jones and the Jones family for their continued generous support and commitment to education through the Charles & Margaret Jones Scholarship Fund! We are also grateful to Cleveland Public Theatre for making the event such a success.
Please contact Kittie Warshawsky, College Now's chief external affairs officer, if you would like to make a contribution to the Charles & Margaret Jones Scholarship Fund or to learn more about establishing a scholarship at College Now.
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Scholarships for Adult Learners | |
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Adult Learner Scholarship
College Now is committed to supporting everyone who wishes to pursue postsecondary education! If you or someone you know is an adult learner age 19 and older who has taken a break of one year or more after high school, this scholarship is available to receive financial assistance to get back to school. The scholarship is available to adults who are pursuing a first bachelor's degree, an associate's degree, or a non-degree certificate or license in a vocational or technical program.
Apply by April 30, 2024.
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The College Club of Cleveland
Foundation Scholarship
Adults can further their education with The College Club of Cleveland Foundation Scholarship! With an award amount of $5,000 per academic year and the potential for renewal, this scholarship fund aims to empower adult students ages 19 and older who have interrupted their education for at least two semesters.
Apply by April 30, 2024.
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College Now Traditional Scholarship
Spread the word about the College Now Traditional Scholarship! To qualify, students must attend a College Now-served high school, maintain a cumulative weighted GPA of at least 2.5, and achieve a minimum ACT composite score of 18 or a combined verbal and math SAT score of 960.
Apply by March 27, 2024.
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Are you or someone you know a Notre Dame College student affected by the closure?
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How to Prepare for College
Dr. Michele Scott Taylor, College Now president, was recently interviewed by WKYC-TV3 about how financial issues in higher education are impacting prospective students. Watch now and gain insights on how to navigate the college selection process.
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Digital SAT Tips
Tune in to a recent Spectrum News 1 segment, where Nancy Dunn, College Now’s senior manager of advising programs and services, discusses the transition to the digital SAT test. With a focus on preparation, Dunn shares invaluable insights into how students are navigating this shift and effectively preparing for the updated format.
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FAFSA Delays Impact College Decision Timeline
Shannon Blaha, manager of advising programs and services, was interviewed on Fox 8 and discussed the ongoing challenges of the new FAFSA.
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Student Loan Scams
In a recent News Channel 5 segment, David Burke, manager of adult programs, warned borrowers about student loan scams and what they need to know to avoid them.
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Importance of the ACT
In a recent Spectrum News segment, Cathy Graham, manager of advising programs and services, emphasized the importance of taking the ACT and the opportunities it unlocks.
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College Now FAFSA Workshops Highlighted on Signal Cleveland
The FAFSA completion workshops, run by College Now in partnership with local libraries, were highlighted in this Signal Cleveland article. Share with your networks and spread the word!
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Join us for College Now’s Bags & Bourbon event on October 24, 2024, at Playhouse Square's KeyBank State Theatre! Enjoy an evening of cocktails, designer handbag shopping, bourbon tasting and bidding - all in support of our mentoring program, aiding scholarship recipients in their pursuit of higher education. Since 2013, Bags & Bourbon has raised over $1.8 million to help students reach graduation! | |
College Now Celebrates Women's and Black History Month | |
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Women's History Month
Throughout the month of March, College Now is highlighting the stories and achievements of our female-identifying employees. Read about Stephanie Bunsey, senior director of grant development, and Kaelyn Brown, senior manager of advising. Keep an eye out on the College Now website and social media for future spotlights!
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Black History Month
In celebration of Black History Month last month, College Now spotlighted the achievements and backgrounds of some of our Black employees. In case you missed it, catch up on our stories about Alison Bibb-Carson, Jason Harris, Samantha Walker and David Burke!
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Cleveland International Film Festival | College Now is a Cleveland International Film Festival Community Partner for CIFF48! Join us on Friday, April 5 at 2:25 p.m. or Saturday, April 6 at 5 p.m. for screenings of the film “unseen.” Learn more about the film below or visit the CIFF website. Tickets will go on sale on Friday, March 22. Use our discount code CNGC to receive $1 off each ticket purchase! | |
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