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TRIO Student Support Services
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.
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.
First-Generation College Celebration
We cordially invite you to join TRIO Student Support Services on November 6th, 2020 from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. to honor and celebrate the achievements of first-generation college students at GVSU and around the country! This event will be available in-person to 25 TRIO SSS students. To join TRIO Student Support Services virtually, please join our livestream!
First Around the World Books
First Around the World
The book "First Around the World" contains more than essays by students describing their experiences while studying abroad. It gives insight into their fears, challenges and triumphs as the first people in their families to travel overseas.
Books are now available!
We have several convenient ways for you to purchase a copy for $15.00 (Plus Tax of $.90)
All GVSU purchases are available for pick up in the TRIO Student Support Services office.
The TRIO Office is located in:
200 Student Services Building
1 Campus Drive
Allendale, Michigan
Access "First Around the World Book Sale" to learn more about how to purchase the book! Order today!
For any questions call (616) 331-3401
You can also purchase a copy off campus at
Schuler Books & Music
2660 28th ST SE, Grand Rapids, MI
Visit Schuler Books to learn more about how to order your book online!
(Shipping rates and tax may apply)
*All proceeds from the book sale will continue to support TRIO students.
First Around the World Authors
200 Student Services Building
1 Campus Drive
Allendale, Michigan 49401-9403
Phone: (616) 331-3401
Fax: (616) 331-3440
Email: triosss@gvsu.edu
TRIO Student Support Services offers several programs and opportunities to students throughout the year and your donations help to make that possible.
TRIO Student Support Services is funded through a grant from the
U.S. Department of Education
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