Programs and Services

Academic Support
 

• Individualized academic advising
• Time management and study skills
• Individualized writing support
• Faculty mentoring program
• Two year academic planning
• Math tutoring with a professional tutor
   

Financial Support
 

• Workshops on financial literacy and tax preparation
• Help completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
• Assistance identifying and applying for scholarships and alternative financial aid sources
   

Personal & Social Support
 

• Community building with other first- generation, low-income students and students with disabilities
• Individual counseling with appropriate referrals to on and off-campus resources
• Peer mentoring fun and informative social and cultural events
• Retreats with goal setting and support- building activities
• Leadership opportunities within the TRIO community
• Strengths-based development exercises
   

Career Support
 

• Help writing resumes and cover letters
• Support with leadership development and resume building
• College Tours
• Assistance in applying to four-year degree programs

Program Services include:

• Dedicated SSS Tutors
• Pre-academic Advising
• Financial Aid Advising
• Social Networking
• Life Coaching
• Academic Goal Setting
• Laptop Computer Lending Program
• Cultural Enrichment and Leadership Opportunities
• Registered Student Organization
• Financial and Economic Literacy Workshops
• University Tours
• Study Skills Workshops
• Career Exploration
• Summer Bridge Program