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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.

What We Do
 

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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.

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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. 

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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

TRIO SSS Financial Literacy with PNC Bank

March 17, 2026 3:00 PM

Financial Literacy with PNC Bank!  Join us for a valuable session focused on building strong financial habits and understanding the tools that can support your financial future. PNC Bank...

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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In The News

Joy Murerwa sharing how REP4 has influenced her journey with the Secretary of Education Miguel Cardon.

In The News

TRIO students Joy Murerwa and Maria Rocha standing with U.S. Representative Hillary Scholten at REP4 Leadership showcase. 

In The News

McNair scholar Maria Rocha sharing the impact of REP4 with Education officials in Washington D.C..

GVSU Campus Events

GV's Got Talent

March 18, 2026 7:00 PM

GV’s Got Talent Get ready for a night full of incredible talent as Lakers take the stage to show off their remarkable skills! Join us at the Louis Armstrong Theatre in the Performing Arts...

Knowledge Support Series: Co-occurring Issues (Substance Use & Mental Health)

March 19, 2026 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

The Alcohol & Other Drugs Services office will be holding a series of webinar topics related to substance abuse, impacts, and issues. Check out the variety of topics and join us via Zoom to get more...

Student Senate General Assembly

March 19, 2026 5:15 PM - 7:15 PM

Student Senate General Assembly (GA) is the weekly public meeting of the GVSU Student Senate. All students, faculty, and staff are welcome to attend in person or join via Zoom using the link below....

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GVNext News

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GVSU research: West Michigan economy shows modest rebound

West Michigan’s recent slowdown in economic growth appears to be subsiding, according to data collected by a GVSU researcher.

Mar 10, 2026

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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

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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

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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]

DONATE
GIVE BACK

TRIO Student Support Services offers several programs and opportunities to students throughout the year and your donations help to make that possible. 

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