The Innovation Forum is a dynamic, forward-looking space for TRIO Upward Bound and Upward Bound Math & Science programs to critically reflect on their current design and evolve to meet the needs of a rapidly changing world. It invites teams to align their strategies with U.S. Department of Education priorities while embracing emerging technologies—especially AI—to expand opportunity and enhance student outcomes. Through collaborative exploration, programs will examine how to build learning environments that support student success not only during participation, but also through college and into their long-term careers. The forum emphasizes holistic development, helping students uncover who they are, recognize the potential they carry, and build the confidence to pursue ambitious futures. Ultimately, the Innovation Forum equips TRIO educators with fresh ideas, practical tools, and a renewed vision for shaping the next generation of scholars, leaders, and innovators.