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.
Join us on April 13, 2021, from 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm, as we celebrate the achievements of TRIO our students and graduates.
RSVP for a Zoom Link to join our celebration ceremony!
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.
Nearly 20 seniors from Battle Creek Central High School received partial or full scholarships to attend Grand Valley in the Fall 2021 semester.
Apr 20, 2021
Students who earned Grand Valley's top academic achievement awards are featured in short profiles.
Apr 5, 2021
To help students prepare for the virtual world of work, the GVSU Career Center is hosting the fully virtual Work Like a Laker conference, which includes the virtual Career, Internship and Summer Job Fair.
Mar 4, 2021
The celebration of Black History Month on campus looked different in February than in previous years but the desire for community and understanding remained.
Feb 24, 2021
The University Counseling Center recognizes the new challenges brought on by the pandemic and is dedicated to promoting the mental health of the student body through counseling, education and consultation.
Feb 15, 2021
University leaders are committed to opening access to higher education and have announced a tuition-free program for students from low-income backgrounds who live in six Michigan counties.
Feb 8, 2021
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
