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.
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.
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.
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..
September 3, 2025 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
All staff and students are welcome to join us for lawn games, international music, snacks, and other activities in front of the clocktower! TIE-DYE! FOOD TRUCKS! FREE ice cream! ***...
September 17, 2025 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Start your journey at the Study Abroad Fair - the Padnos International Center's biggest event of the year! Browse study abroad programs, meet students that have participated in the programs...
Community and industry leaders from across Michigan gathered at the DeVos Center on Grand Valley's Pew City Campus on April 17 for the university's Reach Higher Celebration.
Apr 17, 2025
President Philomena V. Mantella announced the permanent appointment on April 11.
Apr 11, 2025
Students who have excelled in and out of the classroom will be honored at 6 p.m. on April 14 at the Student Awards Convocation in the Eberhard Center on the Pew Grand Rapids Campus.
Apr 10, 2025
200 Student Services Building
1 Campus Drive
Allendale, Michigan 49401-9403
TRIO Student Support Services is funded through a grant from the
U.S. Department of Education
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.
