TRiO Basics

The TRiO Offices are the haven for TRiO/SSS students. TRiO/SSS has created an atmosphere where students feel comfortable to study in a quite environment, have academic coaching sessions, research on the computers, and check out available technology. The TRiO is a great place to utilize as an TRiO/SSS student!

Learning Skills and Strategies Counseling

Each participant of the TRiO/SSS program must complete a detailed needs assessment within 30 days of their acceptance to the program.  The needs assessment process is designed to provide both the participant and the TRiO/SSS advisor a specific outline of the individual’s needs and assets. 

Students who are newly accepted into the TRiO/SSS program, are required to complete a study skills assessment. The Learning and Study Strategies Inventory (LASSI) provides students with a summary of their strengths and weaknesses in areas such as test-taking strategies, study techniques, and time managment. The assessment, along with goal-setting activities, is intended to be informative and assist in facilitating program planning and academic success for each individual student.

Computer Lab

Several computers and a laser printer are located in the Lab of the TRiO Offices (Fremont 133) for TRiO/SSS student use. TRiO staff and Academic Coaches are available to provide assistance in word processing skills or recommend computer-assisted instruction activities. The computers are also quipped with computer-tutorials for a variety of subjects, including Math, Writing, and Science courses.

Technology Loan Program

Students need many technology skills in order to be successful in college. TRiO/SSS offers its participants the opportunity to receive training on all of the basic software and hardware that are used in most IWCC classes, including Microsoft Office. In addition, TRiO/SSS offers many pieces of equipment that participants may check out to complete projects for classes including laptop computers, digital still cameras, digital video cameras, scientific and graphing calculators, and microcassette recorders. Throughout the school year, staff offer both group and individualized technology training sessions.

School Supplies

For participants of TRiO/SSS, limited school supplies are available in the TRiO Offices (F133) free of charge. Supplies include index cards, pens, pencils, paper, folders, blue-books, highlighters, resume paper, and a variety of other supplies. Students who attend TRiO/SSS sponsored workshops have the opportunity to earn supplies, include USB Drives and binders.