Student Support Services is a program sponsored by the U.S. Department of Education dedicated to helping students stay in college until they earn their baccalaureate degree. This program is recognized nationwide as one of five TRIO programs. The Student Support Services program is open to all eligible students regardless of race, color, sex, creed, age, ancestry, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, marital status, arrest, or conviction record.

WHAT’S OUR MISSION?

The mission of the Student Support Services program is to increase retention and graduation of students who are either low-income, first-generation (neither parent has a four year college degree), and/or are students who have a documented disability. The mission includes fostering an institutional climate supportive of the success of a diverse group of students who have an academic need by providing educational opportunities, giving attention to individual needs, and emphasizing academic excellence.

HOW CAN YOU BENEFIT?

Student Support Services helps eligible students successfully accomplish their academic goals and provides a foundation to overcome academic, social, and cultural barriers to higher education. To help students accomplish their goals, the Student Support Services program offers the following personalized (one-on-one) activities to eligible students:

-Academic advising
-Career planning
-Personal advising
-Financial aid advising
-Help for students of limited English proficiency
-Help with enrollment in graduate and professional programs
-Student Support Services also offers:
-A home-base supportive environment
-Orientation workshops
-Individual and group tutoring sessions
-Cultural/educational events (including leadership
-conferences and volunteer experiences)
-Study skills workshops
-Structured learning communities
-A “Start College Right” Summer Program
-Computer laptop checkouts
-Use of computerized study labs
-Experienced Academic Advisors

ARE YOU ELIGIBLE?

Students are eligible to apply if they meet one or more of the following criteria:
-Neither parent has a four-year degree
-Student meets income guidelines
-Student has a diagnosed disability
Students must be degree seeking, have a need for academic support, and be U.S. citizens.

HOW DO YOU APPLY?

Please call (262) 595-2726 and make an appointment, or stop by Student Support Services (located in the office of Educational Support Services across from the bookstore, WYLL D175). Students complete an application and an interview with Student Support Services staff and are then selected based on eligibility. Spaces are limited. Sign up now!
Many students have benefited from the services we provide. We can help you achieve your goals and dreams too.

WHAT ARE SSS STUDENTS SAYING?

Reem Fattah-Business Major “Student Support Services helped me to be familiar with the campus and its services such as the library. It also helped me be more sociable as far as making friends which really helped me when the semester started.

"Felecia Munn, graduate English Major "Student Support Services is a place where the student’s best interests are top priority. In my college career I have not seen a more dedicated and professional staff that is so willing to cater to the students-they literally bend over backwards to help you succeed.”

Fermin Mercado, Communication Major “Student Support Services has a comfortable atmosphere and is a great place to go for help with school related problems.”

Emilio Renteria, Education Major “Student Support Services makes you feel real good about yourself.”

Jose Faz, Business Major“Student Support Services has good leadership and friendly advisors.”

Rufus Manual, Criminal Justice Major “Student Support Services is always there when you need them. They are good people who do a good job.”

Jeremy Santori-sss Graduate, Communications Major “Student Support Services helps students organize their coursework and free time so they can graduate on time. Being a part of the program has done wonders for me.”

Nadia Londre, Art Major “Student Support services helped me understand how to work with new professors. They also assisted me in working through my disability by helping me with my reading comprehension.”
Cynthia Rodriguez, “Student Support Services helped me get to know a whole new group of friends."

Alfonsa B. Thompson-Business Major "Student Support Services has enable me to channel my negative energy into something positive. I have learned how to responsible for my academic and personal future."

We Also Offer a Summer Bridge Program?

Summer Bridge is a an academic enrichment program for incoming first-year students.

would like to enrolled please contact:christopher.zanowski@uwp.edu

web-site created by:ADRIAN FLORES. May 20, 2002