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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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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.

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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

National TRIO Day 2026

February 24, 2026 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Join us for an afternoon of celebration, connection, and community! Connect with TRIO staff and celebrate the impact of TRIO programs and student success. Reception: 1:00–3:00 PM Pere...

TRIO SSS Financial Literacy with PNC Bank

March 17, 2026 3:00 PM - 5:00 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 3:00 PM - 5:00 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

Blood Drives

February 24, 2026 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Help with the need for blood donations! You can donate with both Versiti and the Red Cross.  Click here for additional information

Democracy 101: "Opposing Tyranny with Nonviolent Civil Resistance" (INT 100/201 approved)

February 25, 2026 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Join us for a deep dive on Nonviolent Civil Resistance: what it is, studies by multiple scholars, and examples of different types of Protest, Noncooperation, and Intervention. Blending some lessons...

Knowledge Support Series: The Nicotine Cutback Continuum

February 26, 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...

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GVNext News

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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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New dean to lead collaborative, interdisciplinary vision for College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

Christopher Jones brings decades of experience in higher education to his new role after serving in leadership roles at Le Moyne College, Northern Illinois University and Bradley University.

Feb 17, 2026

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GVSU faculty researchers: Health care wages not keeping up with inflation in Michigan

Faculty members presented data at the annual Health Economic Insights event, hosted by the Kirkhof College of Nursing and Seidman College of Business.

Feb 13, 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]

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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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