GVSU Expert: A Q&A on the future of research and innovation
Ryan Otter, vice provost for Research and Innovation, discusses how collaboration and scholarship can expand Grand Valley’s research impact beyond campus.
Sep 23, 2026
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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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.
2026-27 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
There are no upcoming TRIO Events at this time
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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
Weekly Hikes (on campus)
October 6, 2026 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Come join us for weekly hikes every Tuesday on the trails around campus!Meeting at the Zumberge Pond at 6p on TuesdaysRSVP here for October Hikes!
Mental Health Screening Day
October 8, 2026 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Mental Health Screening Days shine the spotlight on various mental health concerns by educating our campus, spreading a message of hope, and putting lifesaving resources into the hands of those in...
Niara; Schoolin Life
October 8, 2026 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Niara is a mentorship centered around the experience of women of color. We host monthly events to facilitate a space between factulty, staff, and community partners, and students. This months event...
GVNext News
GVSU Expert: A Q&A on what disease outbreaks reveal about public health
Ronke Olawale, assistant professor in the School of Social Work, discusses what the cyclosporiasis and Ebola outbreaks reveal about disease prevention, health care access and the importance of understanding the social and environmental factors that shape public health.
Sep 21, 2026
National award recognizes GVSU's commitment to belonging
GVSU received an Insight Into Academia award for dedication to academic excellence and belonging.
Sep 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.