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Helping first-generation students succeed

Our mission is to support income-qualified, first-generation Βι¶ΉΣ³»­ students to overcome the academic and socioeconomic barriers to success in higher education.

Learn more about our programs and resources

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TRIO Scholars

The TRIO Scholars Program provides qualified undergraduates with the academic assistance and support necessary to successfully complete a baccalaureate degree. Services are available at no cost to help participants achieve their academic goals. The TRIO Scholars Program is a federally funded Student Support Services (SSS) grant project serving 182 participants annually.

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TRIO STEM Scholars

The TRIO STEM Scholars Program provides qualified undergraduates with the academic assistance and support necessary to successfully complete a baccalaureate degree in a STEM- or health-related major. Services are available at no cost to help participants achieve their academic goals. The TRIO STEM Scholars Program is a federally funded Student Support Services (SSS-STEM) grant project serving 120 participants annually.

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TRIO news and alumni

Βι¶ΉΣ³»­ receives First-gen Forward Advisory Institution designation

National honor recognizes commitment to first-generation student success

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Faces of the Pack: Yareli Navarro Chavez finds first-generation opportunities through Undergraduate Research

Pack Research Experience Program and TRIO STEM Scholars offer mentorship and sense of belonging to sophomore pre-med student

Jesus Rosales Sandoval

Βι¶ΉΣ³»­ student among winners of the 2020 ¡Andale! Scholarship

Criminal justice and philosophy major wins scholarship offered by Las Vegas Latino Bar Association to help cover LSAT expenses