News
TRIO SSS Summer Program Orientation
On June 26, 2025, the TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) program at Saint Peter’s University proudly hosted its Summer Program Orientation for incoming first-year students. The event welcomed 30 students and their families, all of whom will be participating in TRIO’s four-week intensive summer program. Designed to support a smooth academic and social transition to […]
TRIO SSS Senior Send-Off Class of 2025
On Monday, May 5, TRIO proudly hosted our successful Senior Send Off event in celebration of our 30 graduating TRIO Scholars! In collaboration with EOF, CEEL, and Graduate Admissions, the event offered graduates valuable resources and guidance on post-graduation options, including career opportunities and graduate school pathways, helping them feel informed, supported, and included in […]
TRIO SSS Program Hosts Speed Interviewing Event
On April 10th, the TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) Program, in collaboration with Career Engagement and Experiential Learning, hosted a successful Speed Interviewing session. The event brought together 10 supervisors from various campus departments and 17 TRIO Scholars for an engaging and impactful professional development experience. This event was made possible through the leadership and […]
Council for Opportunity in Education (COE) Policy Seminar
Over the weekend of March 15, the Director, Sarah Smyth and Assistant Director, Katelyn Joyce of TRIO SSS attended the Council for Opportunity in Education (COE) Policy Seminar in Washington, D.C., where they advocated for TRIO SSS programs, their mission, and the students they serve on Capitol Hill. They engaged in discussions surrounding advocacy efforts.
Empowering Our First-Generation Students Panel
On Thursday, March 20, 2025, the TRIO SSS Program, EOF Program, and the Career Engagement & Experiential Learning department collaborated to host the “Empowering Our First-Generation Students” panel that had 15 scholars in attendance. The event was moderated by Dr. Joseph Jimenez, Ed.D., Graduate Studies Career Coach, who led a dynamic discussion on the benefits […]
TRIO SSS Program Hosts “Together We Thrive” Workshop on Teamwork & Communication
On February 20, 2025, the TRIO SSS Program facilitated the “Together We Thrive: Mastering Teamwork & Communication” workshop. The event saw 25 scholars actively participating in a series of interactive yet challenging activities. Throughout the workshop, participants engaged in thoughtful discussions and debriefed on what they learned about teamwork and communication. This hands-on experience allowed […]
TRIO SSS Program Hosts Annual Summer 2024 Bridge Program for Incoming First-Year Students
The TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) Program successfully held its annual Summer Bridge Program to support incoming first-year students at Saint Peter’s University. A total of 25 students were accepted into the program and completed the Perspectives on Politics (PO-100) course, earning three college credits. This course fulfills one of the university’s new core requirements, […]
25 First-Year Students Thrive in TRIO SSS Summer 2023 Bridge Program
A group of 25 first-year students was accepted into the TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) Program and participated in a successful four-week summer bridge program from July 12 to August 4, 2023. The program was designed to support students’ academic, social, and professional development as they transitioned into college life. Throughout the summer, students earned […]
Celebrating a Major Achievement: Leslie Enriquez & Diana Rivera Selected for TRIO Future Leaders Summit!
Leslie Enriquez, a TRIO SSS Scholar at Saint Peter’s University, has been selected to attend the prestigious TRIO Future Leaders Summit in Washington, D.C., from April 13-17, 2025. Leslie, a sophomore, will join other top TRIO students to enhance her leadership skills and explore career opportunities in public policy. In […]
TRIO SSS Hosts First-Year Town Hall Meeting for the Class of 2028
The TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) program at Saint Peter’s University hosted a First-Year Town Hall Meeting for the Class of 2028 on Wednesday, January 29, 2025. The event served as an opportunity to update students on upcoming events, available resources, and academic support services. During the meeting, students received guidance on scheduling tutoring sessions […]
