TRIO receives its funds from the federal government, under the Student
Support Services grant. The goal is to assist students to remain in college
and graduate, as well as to transfer to a 4-year institution. TRiO serves
approximately 160 students at the Indian Wells Valley and Kern River Valley
campuses combined. TRIO offers a number of services created to increase students’
leadership and study skills, as well as to strengthen their college survival
techniques, all essential in order to be a successful college student. These
services are also designed to empower students to overcome the obstacles
they may face at a higher learning institution and not become discouraged or
overwhelmed by the system. In many instances, TRIO undertakes the primary
role in helping students overcome class, social, academic and cultural
barriers.
Cultural Enrichment Activities
Students are exposed to a number of different events, such as lectures
and trips-all designed to enrich and teach our students about cultural
diversity.
Educational Workshops Workshops are developed to assist students in such areas as time
management, study skills and college survival skills, etc.
Campus Visits to UC/CSUs Students have the unique opportunity to visit a number of campuses so
they can observe first hand what “college-life” truly entails when they
transfer to a 4-year institution.
Financial Aid & Scholarship Resources Counselors work closely with students in exploring all the financial
aid resources. Assistance is provided with the FAFSA application, as well
as with scholarship information and research.
Tutoring Tutoring is provided either on a one-to-one basis or in a group
setting by tutors who are well trained and are familiar with the
expectations of the instructors. Tutoring is available in many subjects.
Personalized Academic and Career Counseling Counselor will assist students in completing their Education Study
Plan, as well as in exploring career options.
Transfer Assistance Students are provided with vital information regarding the transfer
process, as well as assistance with completing the CSU/UC transfer
application.
Honor Grant TRIO students have a terrific opportunity to apply for the TRIO Honor
Grant. This financial assistance can be used to meet any educational
expenses the student may have.