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Adult Learner and Veteran Services

NCORE Application

Join the ALVS as we travel to New York City to attend NCORE, the National Conference on Race and Ethnicity in Higher Education May 27 – May 31, 2025.

The 37th Annual NCORE is set to take place at co-headquarter hotels: the New York Hilton Midtown and the Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel in Midtown NYC. Prepare for an enriching five-day event featuring captivating conference sessions, valuable networking opportunities, inspiring moments, knowledge exchange, and community engagement. 

Photo of ALVS staff in front of NCORE poster.

What is NCORE?

NCORE is the National Conference on Race and Ethnicity in Higher Education. This is a conference series constitutes the leading and most comprehensive national forum on issues of race and ethnicity in higher education. The conference focuses on the complex task of creating and sustaining comprehensive institutional change designed to improve racial and ethnic relations on campus and to expand opportunities for educational access and success by culturally diverse, traditionally underrepresented populations.

Applicant Eligibility

  • Proven efforts and/or strong interest in promoting campus inclusivity, specifically regarding race and ethnicity.
  • Be in good academic standing.
  • Currently enrolled as a Colorado State University student.
  • Expected graduation date of December 2025 or later.
  • Work as a returning ALVS Peer Advisor or Puentes|Bridges Co-Coordinator for Fall 2025.
  • Commitment to attending a pre-departure orientation session (date to be determined).
  • Must be available to attend NCORE (including travel dates on May 27 and May 31) and fully participate in all activities. This includes session attendance, daily ALVS group meetings, and individual reflections.
  • Attend regular meetings during the Fall 2025 semester and develop an individual or group program to share your learnings on campus.

The completed application must be submitted by 9:00 AM on Monday, March 10, 2025. 

Application Requirements

  • Submit:
    • NCORE Application (See below)
    • Résumé
    • Respond to Short Answer Questions
  • Short Answer Questions (250 – 300 words each)
    1. In your role as an ALVS Peer Advisor, how have you upheld our Principles of Community in your work? 
    2. What are your reasons for wanting to attend NCORE? What do you hope to gain from the conference? (Please refer to www.ncore.ou.edu to learn more about NCORE and what you can expect.)
    3. What are some initial ideas you have to promote inclusivity within your role in the ALVS upon your return from NCORE?

Other Information

  • Conference registration and travel will be paid for by the ALVS.
  • Selected students will be responsible for lodging and food costs up front, but will receive a reimbursement including their hotel stay and per diem for meals not provided by the conference upon the completion of travel paperwork after our return.
  • Selected students will be responsible for personal purchases and covering other incidental costs.
  • All students attending NCORE are expected to represent the University, and conduct themselves in a lawful manner and in compliance with the University’s standards for student conduct.
  • Transportation will be via flight.

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