Join us for Professional Development Institute workshops so your students finish the year strong! All PDI workshops are free to attend and designed for professionals advising students on postsecondary plans after high school. Register on MOCAN Events page.
Virtual workshops:
January TBD – Eligibility Policies for College-Bound Student Athletes (virtual)
As a follow up to a workshop last month, Trudy Steins will offer a virtual presentation on specific eligibility policies for college-bound student athletes: course selection, GPA requirements, and academic standards.
January 21 at 10 AM – Scholarship Provider Speed Dating (virtual)
Everything you want to know about scholarships for your students in one fast-paced virtual workshop! Hear updates from 10 Missouri-based scholarship providers who will share new programs, deadlines, and the application process. Equip yourself with the information to share with students who are looking for funding for college. Register here.
In-Person Workshops:
February 2 in St. Louis and February 3 in Kansas City – Connecting Career to College
We’re bringing back PDI favorite Dr. Lakeisha Mathews, Director of the Career and Internship Center at the University of Baltimore, for two exciting in-person workshops. Learn how to better integrate career planning into your work with students so they are finding the best postsecondary path for their career goals.
March 4 in Kansas City – Interpreting Financial Aid Offer Letters with uAspire
Get ready to help your students compare multiple financial aid offer letters in this interactive workshop where we’ll review financial aid packages from multiple colleges.

