TRIO Student Support Services

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Student Support Services (SSS) is a federally funded program through the U.S. Department of Education. The program is funded to provide services to students from first generation and limited income families as well as students with disabilities.

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Celebrating Student Success at TRIO SSS: Stories, Achievements & Testimonials 

A celebratory digital poster honoring Mallory Miller, a member of the 2024 class of Gold Award Girl Scouts. The top portion features the Gold Award Girl Scout emblem and a quote: “Gold Award Girl Scouts don’t just change the world for the better, they change it for good.” The center section highlights Mallory Miller’s achievements, noting her work to combat the stigma around mental health disorders. She developed presentations and resources to connect people to help, including hosting workshops and creating educational binders. The poster includes her photo in a Girl Scout sweatshirt and recognizes her as a TRIO SSS student featured in the Summer 2025 issue of SPARK Magazine for receiving the highest Girl Scout honor — the Gold Award. The background is bright with a yellow theme, floral accents, and stylized sun rays.
 

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A testimonial image featuring a photo of Jerardo Garcia with a yellow background. The testimonial text reads: "This is my first year at WSU after transferring and TRIO has helped make the transition less stressful. The monthly advising keeps me organized and on top of my work, helping me maintain my 4.0 GPA. It can be hard managing school life and regular life, but TRIO’S resources, such as their seminars, are a big assistance. TRIO also provides materials like textbooks and printing that help me save for other school expenses. I am glad to be part of TRIO and am grateful for all the help they have given me!" The text includes his name, Jerardo Garcia, and states that the testimonial is from Spring 2025. The WSU TRIO logo is also visible.
 

Meet our team

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Karen L. Wright, MS. Ed.

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Interim Director,
Tutor Coordinator & Academic Advisor

karen.wright@wichita.edu

316-978-7478

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Chelsea Martinez, B.A.

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Communications,
Marketing, & Academic Advising Specialist

chelsea.martinez@wichita.edu

316-978-5950

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Grace Ulichnie, B.A.

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Learning Skills Coordinator & Academic Advisor

grace.ulichnie@wichita.edu

316 978-5931

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Jahanvi Thakkar, B.S.

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Database Specialist & Academic Advisor

jahanvi.thakkar@wichita.edu

316-978-5951

 

 

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TRIO Student Support Services

Your Graduation is Our Goal!

The primary goal of SSS is to help transition, retain and graduate disadvantaged college students. The program provides a variety of academic support services that include individualized tutoring, success skill development, course planning and advising.

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