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B i g B end C ommun i ty C ollege. Y our F i rst S teps T o S uccess. W hat I s T R i O- S S S. T he T R i O- S S S P rogram i s….

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B i g B end C ommun i ty C ollege

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  1. BigBendCommunityCollege Your First StepsTo Success

  2. What Is TRiO-SSS

  3. The TRiO-SSSProgram is… … a federally funded program designed to help students find success in college. This program is currently funded to provide services to 186 students. These students benefit from academic support, progress monitoring, success workshops, and academic, transfer, and career advising. Our job is to help you excel in college!

  4. Who is Likely to Benefit

  5. Students who are… … not prepared for what is expected of them. Typical concerns include returning to school after being out for several years, poor preparation in writing and math, inadequate study skills, or anxiety and lack of confidence. The TRiO-SSS staff works with students on an individual basis enabling them to succeed.

  6. Who is Eligible

  7. Eligibility is determined by… … federal guidelines. If neither of your parents graduated from a four-year college, you are financially disadvantaged, or you have a documented physical or learning disability, it is likely that you qualify. In addition, you must be a U.S. citizen or Resident Alien, and have demonstrated an academic need for the program. TRiO-SSS will provide testing and documentation of academic need. Preference is given to students seeking a AA&S Transfer degree.

  8. Textbooks…

  9. Textbook Check Outs… … are available to all TRiO-SSS students. Please take care of these textbooks don’t use them as a coaster or a floor mat in your car. Remember to return them so we can “pass them on” to the next TRIO-SSS student!

  10. Laptops…

  11. Laptop Check Outs… … are available to all TRiO-SSS students. Borrow a laptop for a few days to finish up a class paper or a project. Please take care of these laptops. And remember to return them so we can “pass them on” to the next TRIO-SSS student!

  12. Tutoring…

  13. Tutoring Services… … are available to all TRiO-SSS students. If you need help come see us, fill out the tutor request form and we’ll get you hooked-up with a tutor! If you’ve excelled in a class and really enjoy the material, come fill out the tutor recommendation paperwork and we’ll get you tutoring!

  14. TRiO-SSSTutoring Lab…

  15. TRiO-SSSTutoring Lab… … is obviously a place for you to meet with your tutor, but it’s also much more than that… • The Tutoring Lab is a great place to start or finish your day. • A place where you can get that extra study time in with another TRiO • partner before a quiz or test. • A place where you can form a study group. • A place where you can use a computer to write your paper or • complete your assignment. • A place where you can look up career and scholarship information… • ask and we’ll show you where to look. • A place where you can find all the important information about TRiO • and campus events. • A place where you can just take a break … the coffee is always on!

  16. Grants and Scholarships…

  17. Grants and Scholarships… … are available to all TRiO-SSS students. If you’re short on cash and need a little help with school expenses, apply for our grants and scholarships: • Supplemental Grant & Aid • Students Supporting Students Scholarship

  18. Viking Seminar Workshops… Financial Literacy Scholarships Finding Employment Cash for College

  19. Viking Seminar Workshops… … are designed to bring information and knowledge to students in a fun, energetic, hands-on, comfortable environment. The only rule we have for the workshops is … There’s no such thing as a dumb question! Topics include:  how to file your FAFSA · how to find and apply for scholarships · career information · transfer information · understanding your learning style · stress management · study skills · where to find employment both on and off campus · how to develop a resume · and financial literacy information.

  20. Campus Visits… Eastern Washington University Central Washington University Washington State University

  21. Campus Visits… … are designed to provide students with a campus tour and an orientation with admissions, financial aid, academic department faculty and staff from their TRiO-SSS program.  • The regional universities we visit with students include: • Eastern Washington University • Central Washington University • Washington State University • University of Washington

  22. leadership Conferences… Student Leadership Student of Color Latino Educational Achievement Project

  23. leadership Conferences… … are designed to help students develop and enhance leadership abilities and skills.  • The leadership conferences we attend with students include: • Latino Educational Achievement Project • Student Of Color Conference • TRiO Leadership Conference

  24. Cultural Activities… Music Museum Seattle Mariners Game Spokane Chiefs Hockey Game

  25. Cultural Activities… … are designed to help expand the horizons of students most of whom have not had the opportunity to see repertory companies perform, experience the food and customs of other cultures, or attend a full-length dance performance. These activities help promote personal and educational development. • The cultural activities our students attend include: • Columbia Basin Allied Arts • Seattle Music Museum • Seattle Mariners Game • Spokane Chiefs Hockey Game

  26. Come Join the SSSClub… Moses Lake Food Bank Drawing Presentation Annual Silent Auction Annual Car Wash

  27. Come Join the SSSClub… … and help create a network to enhance the social, cultural, and educational experiences for all students who participate in, are eligible for, or are interested in the Student Support Services Program.  We provide opportunities for students to gain leadership experience, raise scholarship funds, and perform community service. 

  28. Newsletters

  29. Newsletters… … are designed to update and inform students about various upcoming and past program activities, events, workshops, conferences and cultural activities. It is a useful tool to help keep students active and informed about TRiO-SSS opportunities.

  30. National TRiO Day… The Celebration and Awards The Cake Visit to the Senior Citizen Center BBCC Mariachi Band

  31. National TRiO Day… … is a day to celebrate and honor the TRiO-SSS student’s academic achievements. Our theme was … Giving Back to the Community! Our students began the day with a visit to our local Senior Citizen Center where they delivered an invitation for TRiO Day to all the residents. The students then returned to campus for a celebration that included cake and refreshments, awards and speeches, and a live performance from BBCC’s Mariachi Band.

  32. Meet the TRiO-SSSStaff… Custodio Valencia, Cheryl Brischle, Jerry Workman, Tennille Kimball

  33. JerryWorkmanTRiO-SSS Director Jerry Workman, M.Ed, Director, holds a Masters Degree in School Counseling from Seattle Pacific University, Bachelor's Degree from Western Washington University, Vocational Directors Certification from Eastern Washington University, and a Special Education endorsement from Portland State University. Jerry has been a high school counselor for over thirty years and has done extensive research and program design at both the local and state level in the areas of school to work and career education. His areas of expertise include: program development and management, providing scholarship, financial aid, academic, career, and transfer advising, professional mentoring, and workshop design. Contact Jerry today at 509.793.2041 or jerryworkman@bigbend,edu AKA: The Boss

  34. CherylBrischleTRiO-SSS Program Assistant Cheryl Brischle, AAS, Tutor Coordinator and Program Assistant, holds an Associate in Applied Science from BBCC in Office Information Technology. She has three years experience in financial aid where she specialized in student employment. Her areas of expertise include: textbook and laptop check outs, directing students and guests, coordinating tutorial services, assisting students with scholarships and financial aid information, and monitoring the TRiO-SSS Lab.  Contact Cheryl today at 509.793.2040 or cherylb@bigbend.edu AKA: The Gatekeeper

  35. CustodioValenciaTRiO-SSS Academic Advisor Custodio Valencia, M.Ed, Academic Advisor / Learning Strategist, holds a Masters Degree in School Counseling through Washington State University and a Bachelor’s Degree in Spanish & Counseling from Eastern Washington University.  Custodio is an alumnus of BBCC as well as a successful former participant of the TRIO - Student Support Services and College Bound programs. His areas of expertise include: coordinating tutorial services, and providing scholarship, financial aid, academic, career, and transfer advising and professional mentoring. Contact Custodio today at 509.793.2039 or custodiov@bigbend.edu AKA: The Coach

  36. TennilleKimballTRiO-SSS Academic Advisor Tennille Kimball, M.Ed, Academic Advisor / Retention Specialist, holds a Masters Degree in Counseling and a Bachelors Degree in Elementary Education from Heritage University. Tennille is an alumnus of BBCC and she has worked with various departments and programs on BBCC’s campus including: Opportunity Grant, Adult Basic Education, Early Childhood & Family Education, ECEAP, Supplemental Instruction and Math Jam.  Her areas of expertise include: coordinating tutorial services, providing scholarship, financial aid, academic, career, and transfer advising and professional mentoring. Contact Tennille today at 509.793.2042 or tennillek@bigbend.edu AKA: Ms. Techy

  37. Howdo I Sign Up Call or drop into the TRiO-SSS office in the Administration Building, Room 1433. You will be given an application for the program. If you meet the eligibility guidelines, you will be signed up for an intake interview. During this session, a staff member will help you develop a plan for success at BBCC.

  38. Come Start or Finish your day in the TRIO Lab…the coffee is always fresh!

  39. Created by BBCC’s TRiO-SSS Staff: • Jerry Workman • Custodio Valencia • Cheryl Brischle • Tennille Kimball

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