| Representing the interests of TRIO programs in Region X of the Department of Education: Oregon, Washington, Alaska, & Idaho. Representing professional educators who work with low income, first generation, and disabled students throughout the Northwest. Promoting the development, improvement, and extension of education to non-traditional individuals Providing training for professional personnel to enhance the quality of services delivered to non-traditional students. In recent years, the Association has expanded to include professionals from high schools, universities, the US Dept. of Education, and other educational agencies. |