Lisa Mandy

[Lisa Mandy @LisaMandy1]

@DrPamLuster @equityavengers @Davidinsacto @CalCommColleges @castudentaid @CollegeFutures @Iamkeithcurry @DrTammeil thank you for having us! #equitychat

[Lisa Mandy @LisaMandy1]

@Davidinsacto @equityavengers @DrPamLuster @DrTammeil @Iamkeithcurry @CollegeFutures @SecCardona Agree. I'm fairly certain the access amount hasn't changed in at least 20 years! Pell grant hasn't kept up with inflation either. Let's get real and help our students.

[Lisa Mandy @LisaMandy1]

@DrTammeil @equityavengers @Iamkeithcurry @DrPamLuster @CollegeFutures 2/2 CASFAA, WASFAA. We partner closely with CSAC to ensure we are on top of changes. TICAS always has relevant information to share. And the CCCSFAAA membership, of course! #equitychat

[Lisa Mandy @LisaMandy1]

@DrTammeil @equityavengers @Iamkeithcurry @DrPamLuster @CollegeFutures 1/2 We are so fortunate in the CC system to be able to share best practices. The monthly webinars hosted by the CCCO, really showcase the amazing work being done. From a financial aid perspective, we gain knowledge from the other financial aid associations such as NASFAA,

[Lisa Mandy @LisaMandy1]

@Davidinsacto @equityavengers @DrPamLuster @DrTammeil @Iamkeithcurry @CollegeFutures Cal Grant reform a must. I will rally the CCCSFAAA troups to get the word out! #equitychat

[Lisa Mandy @LisaMandy1]

@Davidinsacto @equityavengers @Iamkeithcurry @DrTammeil @CollegeFutures @DrPamLuster I agree David. We partner with our learning communities such as Umoja, Puente, FYE, AAPI, etc. It gives us a better understanding of what we need to do to help them succeed.

[Lisa Mandy @LisaMandy1]

@Iamkeithcurry @equityavengers @Davidinsacto @DrTammeil @CollegeFutures @DrPamLuster Our institutional research team compiles our financial aid data annually and provide reports that indicate where we have made improvement, and where we have deficiencies. Truly helps us to map out our plan for the next year on how to best serve our students. #equitychat

[Lisa Mandy @LisaMandy1]

@DrPamLuster @equityavengers @Davidinsacto @DrTammeil @Iamkeithcurry @CollegeFutures one final thought: I’ve been doing this for longer than I care to admit, and it truly humbles me when I read the applications, and I wish there was more I could do. #equitychat

[Lisa Mandy @LisaMandy1]

@DrPamLuster @equityavengers @Davidinsacto @DrTammeil @Iamkeithcurry @CollegeFutures 2/2 already received, that would go a long way in assisting our students who are homeless and food insecure. I read every emergency fund application that comes to the financial aid office, these issues aren’t going away simply because we have deemed the pandemic over #equitychat

[Lisa Mandy @LisaMandy1]

@DrPamLuster @equityavengers @Davidinsacto @DrTammeil @Iamkeithcurry @CollegeFutures 1/2 Honestly, at times it feels like a revolving door. FAFSA simplification has been on the horizon for a few years, should be implemented in the 2024-25 award year. If there is any way possible for Calif to continue assisting with emergency grants for our students beyond what

[Lisa Mandy @LisaMandy1]

@DrTammeil @equityavengers @Davidinsacto @Iamkeithcurry @DrPam @CollegeFutures 2/2 The atheletes, like those in our learning communities, feel more comfortable in their own space. We decided several years ago, to have an open door policy. Students are not required to make appointments to see anyone in our office. #equitychat

[Lisa Mandy @LisaMandy1]

@DrTammeil @equityavengers @Davidinsacto @Iamkeithcurry @DrPam @CollegeFutures 1/2 Providing workshops in the learning communities on campus has increased the applications and understanding of how financial aid works. We also partner with our athletics department to ensure our athletes are receiving services they need. #equitychat

[Lisa Mandy @LisaMandy1]

@Davidinsacto @equityavengers @DrPamLuster @DrTammeil @Iamkeithcurry @CollegeFutures @CalCommColleges David, you are absolutely correct!

[Lisa Mandy @LisaMandy1]

@DrPamLuster @equityavengers @Davidinsacto @DrTammeil @Iamkeithcurry @CollegeFutures 5/5 i had a lot to say on that subject 😀#equitychat

[Lisa Mandy @LisaMandy1]

@DrPamLuster @equityavengers @Davidinsacto @DrTammeil @Iamkeithcurry @CollegeFutures 4/5 The process itself can be very daunting to some. It is our job to assist the students, meet them where they are at. We have found having zoom drop in hours during the week beneficial in assisting students with their questions and completing their “files” #equitychat

[Lisa Mandy @LisaMandy1]

@DrPamLuster @equityavengers @Davidinsacto @DrTammeil @Iamkeithcurry @CollegeFutures 3/5 We all have different criteria, but, at the end of the day, our students have the opportunity for an affordable education. The barriers may be the student and/or parents fear of submitting the applications or asking questions of the financial aid staff. #equitychat

[Lisa Mandy @LisaMandy1]

@DrPamLuster @equityavengers @Davidinsacto @DrTammeil @Iamkeithcurry @CollegeFutures 2/5 We have our California College Promise Grant that waives enrollment fees, those who may not be eligible for that are more than likely eligible for the Promise Programs at our institutions. #equitychat

[Lisa Mandy @LisaMandy1]

@DrPamLuster @equityavengers @Davidinsacto @DrTammeil @Iamkeithcurry @CollegeFutures 1/5 The FAFSA and the CADAA are available for anyone to submit. I believe so many students/parents believe they won’t be eligible, so they don’t submit the applications. For our community college students, this couldn’t be further from the truth. #equitychat

[Lisa Mandy @LisaMandy1]

@DrTammeil @equityavengers @Davidinsacto @DrPamLuster @Iamkeithcurry @CollegeFutures @U2 @maryjblige I just listened to Mary's version last week, it is beautiful!

[Lisa Mandy @LisaMandy1]

@Iamkeithcurry @equityavengers @Davidinsacto @cccco @castudentaid @DrTammeil @DrPamLuster @CollegeFutures Partnering with our colleagues at “Icangotocollege”, partnering with CSAC/Cal Soap to assist in the Cash For College Workshops, utilizing the financial wellness tools provide by the CCCCO. Hosting workshops on our campuses promoting FASFA/CADAA application assistance. #EquityChat