Webinars

OSAC and ASPIRE offer a variety of webinars throughout the year for students, parents, and career/college practitioners. Our webinars provide up-to-date information about Oregon grant programs, scholarships, financial aid application assistance, and support via live Q&A. Our webinars are available at no cost. Registration is required to receive event link and reminder email. Follow us on social media and sign-up for our newsletters to learn about new offerings. Also, be sure to check this page frequently for updates.

High School and College Student Webinars

Webinars will relate to career and/or college planning and may include financial aid and scholarship support, student loan information, the Oregon College Savings Plan, and more.

None at this time.

Career and College Practitioner Webinars

Webinars geared toward counselors, teachers, career/college advisors, and ASPIRE coordinators who assist students and adult learners with career and college plans.

FAFSA Plus+ Training

Join us to learn how to navigate FAFSA Plus+, including tips for troubleshooting student needs and program details.

September 25 at 3:00pm. No need to register. Click this link to join.
October 9 at 10:00am. No need to register. Click this link to join.

AXS Toolbox for the Common App

Introduction to free resources to support Coordinators and Counselors as they guide students through the Common App.

Presenters: Louise Franklin, Anne Holmdahl & Marilyn O'Toole

Monday, September 23 from 10AM - 11AM. Click this link to join.
Thursday, November 7 from 10AM - 11AM. Click this link to join.

Get Schooled - Introduction to Tools and Resources

Introduce tools to help students with employability -- cover letters, resumes, interviews, and networking.

Presenters: Miranda Ryan, Senior Program Manager & Sean Morrin, Senior Program Manager

Thursday, January 16 from 9AM - 10AM. Click this link to join. Meeting ID: 982 8452 3164

Support Your Middle School Students with C3 Resources

Introduction to lessons and resources to use in middle school.

Presenter: Lori Ellis, Director C3

Tuesday, February 25 from 9AM - 10AM. Click this link to join.

Senior Next Steps: What happens after a student is accepted to college

This webinar is for ASPIRE Coordinators, Counselors, and Mentors to know how to support students after they have received their admissions acceptance letters. Students often are confused about what important steps they need to be taking to help them finalize their college decision and make sure they are ready for the fall. Whether students have been accepted at private/public universities or community colleges, learn the important next steps for seniors so you can help them successfully reach their college dreams.

Presenter: Tania Sanchez, Associate Director of Multicultural Recruitment and Outreach and Special Assistant to the Vice President

Tuesday, March 18 from 2:30PM - 3:30PM. Click this link to join. Meeting ID: 982 8452 3164

ASPIRE Connections Webinars

Webinars geared toward ASPIRE coordinators and ASPIRE mentors who assist students and adult learners with career and college plans. No need to register, just click on the links below.

Kicking off the New School Year!

Join the ASPIRE community (Coordinators, Mentors and Specialist) as we share updates and the latest and greatest news, resources and programs for ASPIRE 2024-2025. Questions are welcomed and appreciated! Notes to include the yearly cycle, end-of-year, and how ASPIRE values diversity. (MS & HS)

Tuesday, September 10 from 9AM - 10AM. Click this link to join.

FAFSA & ORSAA: 2025-26 Applications

Understanding FAFSA & ORSAA, updates and general expectations on 2025-26 application, FSA ID, supporting mixed status families, and students with special circumstances. (HS)

Tuesday, October 22 from 9AM - 10AM. Click this link to join.

OSAC Scholarship Application

Overview of the application, including pro-tips for searching, examples of searches, how-to add to the application, early bird deadline, appeals process, and awarding expectations. (HS)

Thursday, November 14 from 9AM - 10AM. Click this link to join.

ASPIRE Middle School 101

Come see what's new in MS resources (hint: pocket planner, family presentation, activities, and more) to help meet your career and college readiness goals. (MS)

Tuesday, November 19 from 3:30PM - 4:30PM. Click this link to join.

Career & College Week Planning

Planning a career and/or college week can be a great way to promote ASPIRE Awareness at your site and at the same time educate students and staff about career and college pathways and future planning. Sitewide events can provide more support to traditionally underserved students. Come learn about a variety of ways to build and have fun creating a college/career week engaging ALL students at your site. (MS & HS)

Tuesday, January 14 from 9AM - 10AM. Click this link to join.

OSAC OPG and Chafee + Tuition Waiver

Join us to for this highlight of two OSAC grants: OPG application expectations, communication with students and families, timelines, and appeals; and Chafee grant + tuition waiver eligibility, application, and timelines. (HS)

Tuesday, January 28 from 9AM - 10AM. Click this link to join.

Empowering High School Students: Grade-Level Activities Using Oregon Careers 2024

Join us for an engaging and practical webinar designed specifically for high school educators looking to enhance their career readiness curriculum! Using the Oregon Careers 2024 magazine as a primary resource, this session will provide you with grade-level appropriate activities that inspire and guide students as they explore future career paths. (HS)

Tuesday, February 11 from 9AM - 10AM. Click this link to join.

Oregon Tribal Student Grant & Oregon National Guard State Tuition Assistance

Highlighting two OSAC grants: OTSG and ONGSTA program benefits, commitments, eligibility, application expectations, and timelines. (HS)

Tuesday, March 4 from 9AM - 10AM. Click this link to join.

Celebrate the Year!

AC Community time -- celebrating the end of the year with show and tell successes. (MS & HS)

Tuesday, May 6 from 9AM - 10AM. Click this link to join.

Partner Webinars

Webinars hosted by partner organizations that help students plan for their future, provide assistance during the college planning experience, or offer post-college success tips.

The College Place: Paying for College/Pagar la Universidad

Thinking about life after high school? Learn more about how to pay for your education no matter your financial situation. We'll discuss scholarships, grants, financial aid applications, college costs, and more, and help you feel comfortable with your options.

¿Está pensando en su vida después de la escuela secundaria? Obtenga más información sobre cómo pagar su educación sin importar su situación financiera. Discutiremos las becas, las subvenciones, las solicitudes de ayuda financiera, los costos universitarios y más, y lo ayudaremos a sentirse cómodo con sus opciones.

Presenter: Jenn Satalino, Director of The College Place-Oregon (ECMC)

Wednesday, October 23 from 6PM - 7:30PM. Click this link to register.

The College Place: College Night

A presentation designed to help high school students, and their families understand how education can change their lives, how to choose their education path, and learn how to pay for college. Identify what steps they can take now to prepare for education beyond high school.