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What is TRIO SSS?

TRIO Student Support Services is a federally-funded program to help students attain an Associate Degree, certificate, and/or transfer to a 4-year university.

The SSS staff is dedicated to:

  • Promoting academic support so students can successfully obtain their college degree.
  • Providing individualized academic advising to help individuals achieve their educational goals.
  • Assisting students with overcoming barriers to their college success.
  • Providing an environment that recognizes the diversity of backgrounds and learning styles of the individuals served.

Read our information sheet for more information. >>

How TRIO SSS Can Help You

The TRIO Student Support Services staff is dedicated to helping you navigate college successfully. They offer individual services and group workshops to help you attain your educational goals. Some of the services benefiting you are:

  • Individualized tutoring
  • Personal and career counseling
  • Academic and career workshops
  • Transfer assistance
  • Financial aid assistance
  • Cultural activities

Eligible Students

  • First-generation college student (neither parent has a four-year degree)
  • Limited income
  • Documented learning or physical disability

To Apply

TRIO Student Support Services is currently only accepting completed applications electronically.
Fill out an application here. >>

Refer a Student

Refer a student to TRIO here. >>

Request Tutoring

Fill out our Tutor Request Form. >>

Contact Us

Visit us in College Hall Room 158.

(567) 661-7300
studentsupportservices@owens.edu

TRIO Student Support Services
Owens State Community College
30335 Oregon Road
Perrysburg, OH 43551

Tutor Contact Information

Terrie Clay, Writing Tutor
terrie_clay@owens.edu

Erik Sorensen, Writing Tutor
erik_sorensen@owens.edu

Christina Sigley, Math Tutor
christina_sigley@owens.edu

Staff

Brandon Gaddy

Brandon Gaddy
Director, TRIO Programs
(567) 661-7274
brandon_gaddy@owens.edu

Lindsey Minnig

Lindsey Whitcomb
Assistant Director
(567) 661-2056
lindsey_whitcomb@owens.edu

LaShawn Staples

LaShawn Staples
Academic Engagement Specialist
(567) 661-2185
lashawn_staples@owens.edu

Tessa Gawrych

Tessa Gawrych
Project Coordinator, TRIO Programs
(567) 661-7547
tessa_gawrych@owens.edu


Click through our videos below to discover what inspires our First Gen students and hear their advice on how to be successful in college.

First Gen Takeover - Hermalyn Manglona
First Gen Takeover - Hermalyn Manglona
First Gen Takeover - Emmanuel Onyia
First Gen Takeover - Emmanuel Onyia
First Gen Takeover - Kristin Price
First Gen Takeover - Kristin Price
First Gen Takeover - Scott Deaner
First Gen Takeover - Scott Deaner
First Gen Takeover - Rene Downour
First Gen Takeover - Rene Downour
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