Program Agenda
DREAM 2024 Program Agenda
(All Listed Session Times are Eastern Time)
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 2024
7:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. ET
Registration Open
7:45 a.m.–3:30 p.m. ET
ATD Coach Retreat (by invitation only)
8:00–9:00 a.m. ET
Welcome Breakfast planning meeting for South Africa/New Zealand Panel (by invitation only)
8:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m. ET
DREAM Scholars Orientation
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. ET
DREAM Studios
- Becoming an Adaptive Learning Organization to Advance Student Success
- Equitable Pathways to Success: Using Achieving the Dream’s Equity Toolkit to Support Student Access, Momentum, Mobility, and Community Vibrancy
- Expanding Access to Opportunity for Historically Disconnected Adult Populations
- Strategic Planning for Access, Momentum, and Mobility
12:30–3:30 p.m. ET
DREAM Studios
- Advising Redesign: High Impact Practices That Support Student Academic and Personal Needs
- AI, Digital Tools, and the Future of Higher Education: Ramifications for Policy and Practice
- Assessing Program Health and Relevancy
- Building Better Bridges: Assessing Your College’s Portfolio of K–12 Partnerships
12:30–3:30 p.m. ET
Postsecondary Teaching with Technology Collaborative: Pre-Conference Meeting
(by invitation only)
4:00–6:00 p.m. ET
Opening Plenary Session: Dr. Imani Perry, critically acclaimed author and professor of studies of women, gender, and sexuality and of African and African American studies at Harvard University.
6:00–7:00 p.m. ET
Opening Reception
7:00–8:00 p.m. ET
Reception for Presidents and Chancellors
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2024
7:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. ET
Registration Open
7:15–8:30 a.m. ET
Rural Resiliency Cohort/Rural College Leadership Program (by invitation only)
7:15–8:30 a.m. ET
Racial Equity Breakfast
7:15–8:30 a.m. ET
Team Time
7:30–8:30 a.m. ET
Continental Breakfast
8:45–10:00 a.m. ET
MORNING PLENARY SESSION: Shelly C. Lowe (Navajo), Chair, National Endowment for the Humanities
10:00–11:30 a.m. ET
Community Vibrancy Cohort Meeting - Presidents Only
10:15–11:15 a.m. ET
Concurrent Sessions
- Accelerating and Diversifying Nursing Pathways: Lessons From Implementing at Ten Community Colleges (Brave of Heart/ATD)
- Advancing a Culture of CARE Through Personalized Advising and Holistic Supports
- Eliminate All Non-credit Reading and Writing Courses While Maintaining or Improving Success Rates for All Students
- IRSC STEM Pioneers: Improving Opportunities, Resources, Retention, and Transfer for Hispanic and Low-Income Students in STEM
- Multi-Modality: Creating a Student-Centric, Flexible-Choice Instruction and Learning Model
- No Pain, No Gain? Student Perspectives on the Academic Credit Transfer Process
- Redesigning Dual Enrollment Programs as an On-Ramp to High-Opportunity College and Career Pathways for Underserved Students
- The Power of Presence: Advancing Equitable Outcomes Through Community-Centered Advising
- Unlocking Opportunity: Engaging Adults in Programs That Lead to Good Jobs and Economic Mobility
- Utilizing a Retention Module To Increase Student Success at a Tribal College
- With Equity at Its Core: Learn and Earn Programs as Engines To Address Industry Needs and Pathways to Economic Equity for All Students
11:15–11:30 a.m. ET
Morning Coffee Break
11:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. ET
Catalyzing Community Success: Spotlight On Holyoke Community College's Post Secondary Education In Prison Program
11:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. ET
Lightning Learning Sessions
- A Small College Making a Big Difference With the Justice-Impacted: A Community Vibrancy Cohort Story
- ACP, BAS, CBE — San Jacinto College’s ABCs To Meet the Regional Teacher Shortage Through a Nontraditional Pathway
- Addressing Access, Momentum, and Student Success in Math and English
- Building Systematic Approaches to Workforce Training in Community Colleges: Lessons From a Researcher–Practitioner Partnership To Strengthen and Measure Industry-Focused Centers of Excellence
- Connecting the Dots: Aligning Professional Development Programming with Outcomes and Assessment Initiatives
- Forging Futures: Building an Equitable Ecosystem for Advanced Manufacturing Student Success
- Going Far Together: Sustaining Momentum, Success, and Equity
- Inclusive Practices: From Framework to Accountability
- Instructional Strategies To Support Student Success in Distance Education Courses
- Mentor the Next Generation
- Promising Evidence on Professional Learning in North Carolina
- Removing Barriers to Access for State and Federal Aid
11:30 a.m.–2:15 p.m. ET
Presidents Colloquium
12:15–12:45 p.m. ET
Lightning Learning Sessions
- Aligning CTE Programs to Local Labor Markets: Access to High-Value Opportunities & Economic Mobility
- Birds of a Feather – A Reynolds Community College Interdisciplinary Approach to Our DREAM Work
- Building Montana Tribal College Transfer Pathways for Student Success
- Community Outreach, Bridging Digital Gaps, and Supplementing Support for ESL Students in West Texas
- Creating Online Environments To Promote Motivation and Learning: Perspectives From Students
- Dedicated Advisors: Scaling Innovative Strategies for Student Success
- Elevating Student Voice To Accelerate Early Momentum
- Engaging STEM Transformational Experiences for Early Momentum (ESTEEM): Micro-Internships
- Expanding Access to Adult Learners with Stranded Credits
- Leveraging Micro-Credentials for Academic and Professional Growth
- Renovating A&P 2 To Increase Timely Progress, Increase Pass Rates, and Close the Equity Gap
- Unveiling Transfer Insights with the Postsecondary Data Partnership
12:45–2:15 p.m. ET
Lunch Break (on own)
12:45–2:45 p.m. ET
SNASHSS 2.0 Cohort Convening
1:15-2:00 p.m. ET
Introduction to Coaching for ATD: An Information Session
1:30–2:15 p.m. ET
Innovative Collaboration Sessions
2:30–3:30 p.m. ET
Spotlight Sessions
- Empowering Futures: Regionalizing Pathways and Leveraging Partnerships for Vibrant Communities
- Evaluating Guided Pathways: Lessons Learned and Next Frontiers for Student Success
- The Journey From Social Disconnection to Well–Being and Belonging: Reimaging Structures, Policies, and Practices in Post–Secondary Education
- Leveling Up: Realizing Black Learner Excellence at Community Colleges
- Parenting Student Success: Navigating Affordability, Child Care Costs, and Providing Holistic Student Supports in Community Colleges
- Reinventing Relevance and Connecting Young People to Post–Secondary Pathways
3:45–4:45 p.m. ET
Concurrent Sessions
- An Overview of New Zealand’s Journey to System-Level Equity of Outcomes
- Apprenticeships, Experiential Learning, and Advocacy Services: Ending Poverty Through Access, Momentum, and Mobility
- Exploring Tribal College Student Internship Programs: Analysis of Three Case Studies
- Fast Track to Success? A Mixed Methods Study of Accelerated Course Formats
- From Compliance to Collaboration: Supporting Faculty Growth in Learning and Teaching
- How Short-Term, Grant-Funded Projects Can Be a Catalyst for Institutional Change
- Professional Learning for Transformative Teaching
- The Community College Imperative: Harnessing Data for Racial Equity and Enhanced Funding in Predominantly Black Settings
- Transforming Ideas Into Institutional Practices
- Utilizing a Retention Module To Increase Student Success at a Tribal College
3:45–4:45 p.m. ET
An Overview of New Zealand's Journey to System-Level Equity of Outcomes
3:45–4:45 p.m. ET
The Finish Line© Game Experience
3:45–4:45 p.m. ET
2023 and AEO 1.0 Cohort Convening
4:30–6:00 p.m. ET
Funders Meeting (by invitation only)
5:00–6:30 p.m. ET
TCU Networking Reception
5:00–6:30 p.m. ET
Meet the Network Reception
5:00–6:30 p.m. ET
Aspen Presidential Fellowship Alumni Reception
5:30–6:30 p.m. ET
Salsa Dance Demonstration and Instruction
6:30–9:30 p.m. ET
Dinner for International Delegation (by invitation only)
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 2024
7:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. ET
Registration Open
7:15–8:30 a.m. ET
Community College Women Succeed Advisory Group Breakfast (by invitation only)
7:15–8:30 a.m. ET
Tennessee Board of Regents Convening
7:30–8:30 a.m. ET
Continental Breakfast
7:15–8:30 a.m. ET
Team Time
8:45–10:00 a.m. ET
MORNING PLENARY SESSION:
10:15–11:15 a.m. ET
Concurrent Sessions
- Data-Informed Strategies for Advancing Student Success, Building Community Prosperity, and Fostering Economic Mobility Through Degree Completion, Financial Stability, and Holistic Support
- Exploring Tribal College Student Internship Programs: Analysis of Three Case Studies
- Implementing Comprehensive Case Management and Basic Needs Supports Screening Tools in Community College Settings
- Improving Credit Accumulation and Retention Through a Comprehensive and Focused Coaching Program
- Influencing Change Throughout California: A Guided Pathways Journey
- Reimagining Adult Education: Leveraging Open Access, Participatory Design, and CRM Software To Scale Just-in-Time Supports
- Reimagining Student Onboarding, First-Year Experiences, and Advising To Improve Access and Success
- The Student Success Dividend: Holistic Support and Institutional Sustainability
- UCT’s Integrative Approach Through Positive Psychology Co-Curriculum and 30-Day Buddy Challenges
11:15–11:30 a.m. ET
Morning Coffee Break
11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. ET
Spotlight Sessions
- Creating Seamless Pathways for Mobility
- Enhancing Adult Learner Journeys: Lessons From National Projects
- Normalizing Education: Innovative Strategies For Advancing Post-Secondary Education for Justice
- The Role of Transfer Pathways and Community College Baccalaureate Programs in Supporting Educational and Career Mobility
- Leveraging Evidence–Based Pedagogy To Support the Success of Shortened Academic Terms
12:45–2:15 p.m. ET
Recognition Luncheon
2:30–3:15 p.m. ET
DREAM Labs
- Achieving Access and Equity Goals Though School District Partnerships
- Addressing Student Success through Accelerated Terms
- Advancing Culturally Responsive, Social Justice, and Open Education: An Introduction to a Series of Equity Minded Digital Learning Strategy Guides
- Applying the Student-Centered Design Process
- Enhancing the Student Experience Through Journey Mapping
- Related tool/Service: K12 Partnerships Landscape Analysis
- Rural Community Colleges: Unlocking Digital Skills and Student Success
2:30–3:30 p.m. ET
Meet the Scholars Session
2:30–3:30 p.m. ET
2020 Cohort Meeting
2:30–3:45 p.m. ET
Tools for Colleges to Navigate Anti-DEI Legislation
2:30–4:15 p.m. ET
TCU Partner Organization Alignment Session
2:30–4:30 p.m. ET
Accelerating and Diversifying Nursing Pathways Initiative Cohort Meeting
3:15–3:30 p.m. ET
Afternoon Refreshment Break
3:30–4:15 p.m. ET
Innovative Collaboration Sessions
4:30–5:00 p.m. ET
Lightning Learning Sessions
- Ability To Benefit — Dual Enrollment for Adult Learners
- A Proactive Approach Using Demographics to Support Equity
- Cultivating Success: Relationships, Radical Access, and Momentum in Community Colleges
- Empowering Faculty To Create an Environment of Belonging To Improve Student Success
- Equity in Action: Transformative Teaching Practices for Student and Faculty Success in Community Colleges
- Implementing Evidence-Based Programs and Centering Equity To Support Student Success
- Institutionalizing Holistic Student Support Through Success Team Model
- Non-credit and Credit Alignment: A Pathway to Economic Mobility and Learner Success
- Redesigning Early Math Interventions Through Advising Partnerships With EAB
5:00–6:00 p.m. ET
DREAM Scholars Reception
5:00–6:00 p.m. ET
City Colleges of Chicago Reception
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2024
7:00–10:30 a.m. ET
Registration Open
7:15–8:15 a.m. ET
Continental Breakfast
7:15–8:15 a.m. ET
Team Times
7:15–8:15 a.m. ET
TCU Initiative Alignment with Coaches
7:15–8:15 a.m. ET
DREAM Scholars Breakfast with Denice Frohman
8:30–10:30 a.m. ET
MORNING PLENARY SESSION: Denice Frohman, Poet and performer; youth mentor
Presentation by the DREAM Scholars
10:45 a.m.–12:45 p.m. ET
Team Times
10:45 a.m.–12:45 p.m. ET
North Carolina DREAM Fellows Meet and Greet
10:45 a.m.–12:45 p.m. ET
City Colleges of Chicago - Truman and Daley: Coaching Session
10:45 a.m.–1:30 p.m. ET
South African Delegation Debrief