GVSU research: West Michigan economy shows modest rebound
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TRIO Student Support Services
What We Do
From Start to Finish
TRIO Student Support Services is a federally-funded, comprehensive support program for first-generation and limited-income college students. The goal of the program is to offer every possible form of support for participants along with their journey to graduation from Grand Valley State University.
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Join Our Program
Gain all the benefits of being in TRIO Student Support Services by applying today! As an active participant you will have access to an advisor, peer mentors, graduate school visits, cultural immersion, community engagement, and much more. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
Appointments
Schedule an Appointments
TRIO Student Support Services offers holistic and personal advising to all participants. You can meet with any TRIO professional staff member. All appointments are currently virtual or by phone unless a different accommodation is requested.
2025-26 Individualized Service Assessment (ISA)
Each year every TRIO SSS Classic participants are required to fill out a new Individualized Service Assessment. To make this an easier process, this is online.
TRIO Events
Wellness Event: Restore, Rebuild, Regain
April 8, 2026 6:00 PM
Wellness Event: Restore, Rebuild, Regain Take a moment to care for yourself and join us for a relaxing wellness experience focused on calm, creativity, and connection. Enjoy light...
TRIO SSS Academic Achievement Ceremony 2026
April 15, 2026 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
TRIO SSS Graduates ONLY
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Joy Murerwa sharing how REP4 has influenced her journey with the Secretary of Education Miguel Cardon.
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TRIO students Joy Murerwa and Maria Rocha standing with U.S. Representative Hillary Scholten at REP4 Leadership showcase.
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McNair scholar Maria Rocha sharing the impact of REP4 with Education officials in Washington D.C..
GVSU Campus Events
Queer Rave
March 20, 2026 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
An event hosted by GVSU YDSA come join us for music, pizza, and the opportunity to make new friends!Competencies:Fun and EnjoymentConnection and Belonging
Getting Quirky At Kirky! Improv Show
March 20, 2026 8:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Are the winter blues getting you down? Are you missing that quirky little sparkle in your life (?? Well you should come to GETTING QUIRKY AT KIRKY, a Subject To Change Improv Extravaganza! This Improv...
Holi Event
March 21, 2026 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Competencies:Fun and EnjoymentUnderstanding Across DifferencesConnection and Belonging
GVNext News
National TRIO Day celebrates support systems that turn potential into futures
Grand Valley's 11 programs, including Detroit, held events to celebrate students, partnerships.
Feb 24, 2026
New GVSU West Michigan Trustworthy AI Consortium receives $1.03M in federal support
The initiative will unite GVSU experts with partners from different sectors to design responsible, trustworthy AI systems.
Feb 18, 2026
LOCATION
200 Student Services Building
1 Campus Drive
Allendale, Michigan 49401-9403
USDE
TRIO Student Support Services is funded through a grant from the
U.S. Department of Education
CONTACT US
Phone: (616) 331-3401
Fax: (616) 331-3440
Email: [email protected]
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TRIO Student Support Services offers several programs and opportunities to students throughout the year and your donations help to make that possible.