Workforce Equity Initiative Information Session

Questions about how to complete the application? Email wei@triton.edu. This is the email we will use for all WEI communications so please remember to check spam folder for replies.

Student Demographics

First Name *

M.I.

Last Name *

Address *

Apartment/Unit

City *

State *

Zip Code *

Birthdate *

Phone * (Preferred Number)

Email *

Ethnicity * (Select ALL which may Apply) American Indian/Alaskan Native Asian Black/African American Hispanic Latin American Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander White/Caucasian Multiracial - Identify with more than 1 race Unspecified/Do Not Wish to Disclose

If you selected Multiracial from above, how do you identify?

Gender * Female Male Prefer not to say

Grant Demographics

Homeowner or Renter * Homeowner Renter

How many dependents do you have? * None 1 2 3 4 5 or more

If you have school age children, do they receive free/reduced price lunch at school? * Yes No N/A - I do not have children

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) helps low-income people and families buy the food they need for good health.

Are you a SNAP recipient? * Yes No

Prior convictions do not disqualify applicants.

Have you ever been convicted of a felony? * Yes No

Education Demographics

In order to be formally accepted to Triton College or specific programs, please be aware that you may be required to provide an official transcript of your High School diploma or GED completion before final acceptance can be granted.

What is your highest level of education? * Less than High School GED/High School Associate Degree Bachelor Degree Master Degree Certificate/License Other

If applicable, in what field is your Vocational Certificate and/or college degree(s)? *

What inspired you to choose the field of study/career in which you earned your degree? *

In what year did you complete this education? *

Employment Demographics

What is your current employment status? *

Please note that the WEI Grant requires us to have current pay information about our participants.

What is your current pay rate - hourly or salary? * (i.e. $13.50 per hour or $26,000 per year)

Please state the company name you are currently employed with? *

What is your current position title? *

If you are currently employed, will obtaining the certificate you are currently pursuing provide opportunity for advancement at your company? * Yes No Maybe N/A

What is your immediate career goal? *

What is your long term career goal? *

WEI Program Preference

You may pick only one program of interest from the list below. Participants selected for WEI placement can only participate in one program.

Given the current learning environment most classes are provided in a remote setting and access and use of technology is essential to all programs.

Do you have access to a device with video camera/mic? * Yes No

What time of day are you available for class? * (check all that apply) Morning Afternoon Evening

Which days are you available for class? * (check all that apply) Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

How did you hear about the Workforce Equity Initiative (WEI) at Triton College? * Mailer Social Media Word of mouth Website Print Media Other

What challenges/obstacles do you anticipate potentially impacting your success in this program? *

Program Interest & Understanding

Please provide statements (300-500 words) for the following questions.

Please explain why you are applying for the WEI program and how you will benefit from participation. *

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WEI Application