UT Faculty
TRIO Student Support Services offers many
one-on-one services to UT students and works with faculty to assist students
who are first generation, low income, or have a disability that
significantly interferes with academic performance. Our goal is to
participate in creating a community of independent learners who capitalize
on
academic strengths and develop acceptable coping strategies for areas of
weakness.
Additionally, SSS encourages each student to learn, discover and achieve their highest potential and embrace, celebrate and respect both diversity and individuality.
TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) is a program funded by the federal government to help people stay in school and graduate. There are certain guidelines to qualify for membership. If neither of a student's parents has a four-year degree, OR if the student is receiving financial aid, OR if the student has a documented disability, she or he may be eligible for membership.
Students enrolled in SSS can get counseling and guidance, receive help in
keeping track of their academic
progress, are offered career counseling and testing, individual and group
tutoring, peer mentoring, and assistance with
completing financial aid and other important forms. Student members will also
have free access to a number of leadership development and social events scheduled throughout the year, and the SSS facilities
which include a computer lab.
Referral
Do you have a student that could benefit from personalized support services?
Located in North Engineering, Suite 2200 Rooms A, B, & C, SSS offers a relaxed academic atmosphere where students can meet with their assigned SSS Advisor, study, receiving tutoring in many subject areas, access a high quality laser printer for assignments, meet new people, and make friends. Student’s at all academic levels can benefit from this program.
Referrals can be made using one of several methods.
1. Refer the student to the SSS website for information and eligibility requirements.
2. Download the SSS brochure or Simple Application and give it to
the student. Follow this link to open the SSS brochure
or
.
3. Contact an SSS staff member and ask your student to visit with that
SSS staff member. Click here for our Staff list
Feel free to call an SSS staff member at anytime to discuss a student
referral or ask questions
about the SSS program.
The following are a list of services offered by SSS.
Follow this link for more detailed information about our services.
Progress Reports
Each fall and spring semester, Progress Reports are sent out on behalf of all SSS participants. Faculty note a student’s attendance, test scores and current grade in the course and can make additional comments for success. Students with less than a “C” in any course are advised to meet with their Advisor to discuss a plan for improvement.
SSS Workshops
Lunch and Learn Workshops
A series of informal 50 to 55 minute workshops developed to help student improve their study skills, familiarize themselves with campus resources, and develop effective social and economic skills. Both small group and one-to-one workshops are available.
SD/FYI Class:
A three credit hour course designed to help students adjust to The University of Toledo’s Campus Community, develop a better understanding of higher education and the learning process, and refine their academic skills to enhance and reach their full potential.
GPA Calculators
A calculator for traditional, re-entry, non-traditional and adult students returning to college. If you want to raise your GPA, an additional calculator helps you determine the necessary credit hours and points needed in order to raise or maintain your GPA.
Electronic Newsletter
Student Support Services develops a quarterly newsletter to provide updates to students!
Leadership Conference
We are excited to host a Student Leadership Conference. Unlike
other student leadership conference, ours targets proven leaders and
presenters that introduce tough and interactive leadership experiences.
The conference planning committee is developing a student focused.
informative, educational, and fun-filled weekend, designed to provide all
participants with the techniques that will aid in assist them in seeking
their goals.
Tutors
Students in SSS are eligible for tutoring. Students can work with one tutor in a subject area throughout the entire semester meeting the tutor at regularly scheduled times on a weekly basis.
Tuturs are available for when you want to schedule only one appointment with a tutor because you need help understanding a particular concept or completing a specific assignment.
Walk-In Tutoring is also available for SSS students. SSS tutors will schedule blocks of time for walk-in tutoring. Tutor schedules will be posted in the SSS Office and on the website, so check these schedules for when walk-in times are available. .
SSS Advising
An individualized Academic Plan is developed with each new project participant during the first month of fall semester. As a contract between the participant and the SSS Advisor, this plan identifies specific academic/support needs and spells out strategies for addressing these needs.
Project participants receive ongoing academic support in time management, study skills development, note taking skills, problem solving skills, and conflict management. Students are guided in developing plans for addressing academic weakness and receive recognition for academic successes.
SSS serve as Advisors for all participants throughout tenure at UT. SSS Specialists have the advantage of knowing the individual needs of their students and can assist them in preparing their class schedules based on these needs. The SSS Specialist also provides ongoing major and career guidance and recommendations for graduate school and employment.
SSS provides confidential personal support, crisis intervention, and information and referral services. Students are guided to leadership opportunities on campus and are supported in leadership development.
SSS E-Mail List
SSS utilizes an email distribution for sending information, opportunities, announcements to all participants and staff.
