Symbiosis:

1. Symbiosis: (Re) Examining the Relationship Between TRIO Programs and their Host Institutions Larry Frazier; Student Support Services Director Rodney E. Adams; Associate Vice President Student Services Technical College of the Lowcountry

2. Things to keep in mind regarding this workshop… • These activities and suggestions are based solely on what works/worked at TCL… • Some of these practices should be applicable to your institution, but keep in mind that all colleges and universities are different and one size does not necessarily fit all… • We want to keep the conversation real, but keep in mind that we all have to go back to work on Monday, so let’s treat this workshop like Vegas…what is said in here, stays in here!

3. Symbiosis Defined sym·bi·o·sis noun: symbiosis -interaction between two different organisms living in close physical association, typically to the advantage of both. -a mutually beneficial relationship between different people or groups. Definition obtained from google.com

4. 6 Pillars that we will discuss • On campus relationships • On campus activities • Classroom visits • Community Activities • Being a Team Player • Challenges

5. On Campus Relationships Helping with college tours Building and maintaining strong relationships with various offices Financial Aid Office Admissions Office Building and maintain strong relationships with the tutoring center staff Building and maintaining a strong and positive relationship with the academic deans (especially the Dean of Arts and Sciences)

6. On Campus Activities SSS Staff assists with various TCL Initiatives Oyster Roast Mather’s Day Pie Day Veteran’s Day Activities Assisting with everyday college initiatives and recruitment projects (NOTE-SSS DOES NOT RECRUIT FOR THE COLLEGE!)

7. Classroom Visits Developmental Courses MAT 032 MAT 100 ENG 032 ENG 100 RDG 032 RDG 100 COL 103 Courses We accept invitations from any faculty member who extends an invitation. SPC 201 ENG 101 MAT 120

8. Community Activities SSS is well known in the community (often asked for assistance from our students with various community initiatives) Special Olympics Bowling Track and Field Child Abuse Prevention Association (CAPA) Halloween Ghost Tours Beaufort Film Festival Works in conjunction with TCL’s Student Government Association to raise funds for a worthwhile Community Service project.

9. Be A Team Player! Be willing to donate time to things that are important to the college (hint, hint, if your president deems it important so should you. ) Donate (if able) to various projects for which the college has volunteered to assist. Donating time is just as effective as donating money. Graduation Foundation Blood Drives Scholarships Use your outside influences in the community to promote your college in a positive way

10. Challenges

11. How the TCL SSS Program Offset Challenges Flex Scheduling Hire Excellent staff who complement the staff already in place Provide workshops in various formats, but especially electronically (PLATO) Keep the “powers that be” at the college abreast of what the SSS program has to offer; receive credit when warranted; utilize opportunities to recruit students into your program.

12. In Conclusion • On campus relationships • On campus activities • Classroom visits • Community Activities • Being a Team Player • Offsetting Challenges

13. Any Questions, Concerns or Comments?