TRIO Student Support Services Program
Services & Benefits
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- Tutoring & Peer Mentorship 91³Ô¹ÏÍø“ TRIO-SSS Scholars looking to achieve academic success in their courses are eligible for free one-on-one peer or small group tutoring with TRIO-SSS Tutors. These tutors also serve as peer mentors who provide a leadership perspective on how to navigate the campus. Through shared experiences, peer mentors will guide you to academic and personal success on the 91³Ô¹ÏÍø campus.
- Academic Counseling, Financial Literacy and Personal Advising 91³Ô¹ÏÍø“ Scholars will receive a variety of comprehensive academic support services from their assigned TRIO academic coach with special focus on academic achievement, financial literacy, and personal advisement.
- Computer Lab equipped with PCs and iMACs & Free Printing - Scholars have exclusive access to a fully suited computer lab and learning space equipped with both PC and iMAC computers and free printing.
- Student Success Skills Workshops - Success workshop seminars are informative sessions facilitated by faculty and administrators from across campus that enhance students' capacity for learning and foster academic, personal, professional, and holistic exposure and growth.
- Career and Professional Development 91³Ô¹ÏÍø“ Scholars receive guidance in academic and career exploration. We also provide individual or group guidance with resume91³Ô¹ÏÍø™ writing, interview assistance, job search strategies, and other support that will help students plan a successful transition from the university setting to a rewarding career.
- Assistance with Financial Aid and Scholarship Processes - In conjunction with the Office of Undergraduate Scholarships and the Financial Aid Office, we are able to provide FAFSA assistance to help students understand and complete their financial aid application. TRIO-SSS staff and peer mentors are also available to assist with the scholarship process.
- Leadership and Service Initiatives 91³Ô¹ÏÍø“ Scholars are invited to apply for our TRIO-SSS Ambassadors Program to serve as leaders within TRIO-SSS and the 91³Ô¹ÏÍø campus. Scholars interested in service are given the opportunity to participate in campus and local service initiatives with their community of TRIO-SSS Scholars.
- Cultural and Social Enrichment Activities - Students looking to expand their college experience beyond the classroom are welcome to join us for a variety of cultural and social events designed to build community and foster exposure to diversified experiences and cultures.
- Advocacy and Support 91³Ô¹ÏÍø“ TRIO- SSS provides scholars the support needed to complete their studies and assists them in successfully maneuvering through the university system.
- Supplemental Grant Aid - TRIO-SSS may also provide supplemental grant aid to current first and second year enrolled scholars who are also Federal Pell grant recipients in good academic standing.