Services

TRIO SSS Services

The UC Berkeley TRIO Student Support Services program aims to increase the retention and graduation rates of low-income, first-generation transfer students by promoting academic excellence, empowerment, and community-building. By fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, we help students harness their personal strengths and make the most of our program resources to succeed at UC Berkeley and beyond.

TRIO SSS Scholars have access to a wealth of resources and a network of peers and professionals committed to student success. In addition to our holistic advising services, we provide a range of services to support our scholars.

Photo os students using the TRIO SSS community and study space.

Community and Study Spaces

We offer dedicated community and study spaces fully equipped with tables, chairs, whiteboards, power outlets, and snacks.

TRIO SSS Scholars are free to use these spaces during in-person operating hours (Monday through Thursday from 9:00am to 5:00pm). We are located at the Channing House (2515 Channing Way, Berkeley, CA 94720). Visit our Contact Us page for directions and instuctions on how to access our TRIO SSS spaces.

Photo of a TRIO SSS workshop focused on graduate school applications and preperation.

Workshops

TRIO SSS professional staff host workshops across a variety of topics to support your academic and professional development. Workshop topics include, but are not limited to:

  • Academic study skills and strategies
  • Applying to graduate and professional school
  • Career exploration
  • Financial and economic literacy

Check our TRIO SSS calendar for upcoming workshops!

Photo of TRIO SSS students at a Decemeber Coco & Casas community event.

Community-Building Events

Our TRIO SSS Peer Advocate team organize social events each semester for TRIO SSS Scholars to connect and build community. Some events have included:

  • Pizza with Peers
  • Rest, Rejuvenate, Relax (RRR) Week
  • National First-Generation College Celebration Day
  • National TRIO Day

Check our TRIO SSS calendar for upcoming events!

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TRIO SSS Newsletter

During the academic year, TRIO SSS Scholars receive our bi-weekly TRIO SSS newsletter that provides important information about:

  • Academic deadlines
  • TRIO SSS updates
  • Upcoming events, workshops, and opportunities
  • Campus opportunities and resources
Photo of the TRIO SSS bulletin board located on our Padlet

TRIO SSS Bulletin Board

Our specially curated bulletin board is your go-to source for the latest information on upcoming events, workshops, classes, scholarships, internships, opportunities, and resources, including those specific to first-generation and transfer students.

TRIO SSS Scholars can access the bulletin board via Padlet. Check back often to stay informed and make the most of the opportunities available to you as a TRIO SSS Scholar!

Photo of TRIO SSS kitchenette with moicrowave, coffee and tea maker, and light snacks.

Kitchenette

TRIO SSS Scholars can swing by our community and study spaces during our in-person hours of operation (Monday to Thursday from 9:00am to 5:00pm) for light refreshments, including coffee, tea, and snacks (when available). TRIO SSS Scholars also have access to a microwave and toaster.