TRiO Student Support Services (SSS)
What is TRiO SSS?
RRCC TRiO Student Support Services (SSS) is dedicated to creating a supportive learning environment that fosters academic excellence of program participants. SSS provides participants with opportunities for academic development, support with college requirements, and motivation toward successful completion of their educational goals. The SSS program services are free to low-income students, first generation college students, and individuals with disabilities.
Our Mission
RRCC TRiO Student Support Services breaks down barriers to education and empowers our participants to be successful in navigating the systems of higher education. We do this by providing comprehensive support services, utilizing an intentional, strengths-based approach with our participants and by providing them with tools and support to develop skills in resilience and self-advocacy.
Announcements
Registration is open!
Learn how to register here and make an appointment with TRiO SSS to update your Student Success Plan!
The Apex - February 2018 Newsletter
In this issue: Spring Break Trip, Financial Aid Workshops, and Campus Visits
Remember to RSVP yes/maybe/no to events so we can plan accordingly!
Tutoring
Tutoring for admitted TRiO SSS participants is in the TRiO SSS space! We will have tutors available for MAT 050 through Calculus and Trig, ENG 121, writing assistance for other classes, Physics, Chemistry, and Statistics.
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Day |
Subject |
Hours |
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Monday |
MAT 050, 055, 121, 122 |
1:15 PM – 3:30 PM |
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Tuesday |
Math and Science MAT 050, 055, CIS 118 English, Psych, essay/report writing |
9:00 AM - 11:30 AM 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM 2:30 PM -4:00 PM
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Wednesday |
MAT 050, 055, 121, 122 Math/Science/Writing English, Psych, essay/report writing
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1:15 PM – 3:30 PM 3:30 PM – 6:00 PM 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Thursday |
MAT 050, 055, CIS 118 Math/Science/Writing English, Psych, essay/report writing |
11:00 AM – 4:00 PM 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM 2:30 PM -4:00 PM |
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Friday |
MAT 050, 055, 121, 122
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11:00 AM to 2:00 PM
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Saturday |
Math and Science MAT 050, 055, 121, 122 |
11:00 AM – 4:00 PM 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM |
Am I eligible?
Eligibility Criteria
- U. S. Citizen or equivalent;
- Low-income, first-generation or disabled or a combination of the three;
- Enrolled or accepted for next term and pursuing a transferrable degree;
- Has academic need including but not limited to:
- Required to take Developmental Education class
- GED
- High school GPA below 2.5
- Underprepared college preparatory curriculum
Offered Services Include:
- Personalized student success planning
- Academic tutoring services
- Course selection
- Financial literacy education
- Financial aid assistance/counseling
- Transfer assistance
- College tours to 4-year universities
- Monthly workshops/information sessions
- Cultural activities
To Apply
Pick up a printed application at the Lakewood Campus in the Learning Commons, Room 1258.
You may also download the digital application here. 
Accessible application here. Opens attachment.
Contact Information
Office Location:
Lakewood Campus Learning Commons, Room 1258
Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm, Tutoring Saturday 11:00am-4:00pm
Reach us by phone at 303.914.6762.
Staff:
Armando “Mundy” Burciaga — Director
Armando.burciaga@rrcc.edu
(303) 914-6761
Allen Burch — Navigator
Allen.burch@rrcc.edu
(303) 914-6760
Spencer Green - Office Specialist
Spencer.green@rrcc.edu
(303) 914-6762
Bronwyn Elisha, Chris Corona, Lana Gerlick - Student Workers
(303) 914-6764
