Services
- Advising & mentoring from staff who are passionate about student success
- Assistance with course selection & educational plans
- 1:1 Peer mentoring
- Graduate & professional school exploration
- Career exploration
- Academic, professional, & personal development workshops
- Financial literacy & money management
- Information on Federal financial aid & public/private scholarship resources
- Grant Aid for eligible students
- Cultural & social enrichment activities
- Computer, Internet, and free printing
- Textbook loan library and academic supplies
- Assistance with study abroad, internship, research, and other applications
- Welcoming, safe space for services & support
- Community building & support network
- A climate supportive of first generation, low income students and individuals with disabilities
- The TRIO SSS programs offer a transitional summer program to help incoming freshmen and transfer students adjust to college life and prepare for success at CSUMB before their first semester. Students will move into housing assignments early and participate in 5-6 days of activities to set them up for success in college. Participants will:
- Learn about campus resources
- Become familiar with university procedures and expectations
- Do teambuilding activities with peers
- Develop independent living skills
- Assess and strengthen preparation for the academic rigor of college-level courses
- Build self-confidence & esteem
- Engage in goal setting
- Start developing a support network at CSUMB
TRIO SSS will cover ALL EXPENSES for this orientation, including meals and housing. Participation in Summer Academy is not required to be in TRIO.
TRIO Summer Academy played a vital role in facilitating a peaceful, welcoming transition for me into CSUMB and the online modality.There was something so incredibly raw and heartwarming to see and experience so many people telling their stories in a way that will keep us connected more so than just classmates.