TRIO

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TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) is a federally funded program that offers extra support and assistance qualified students each academic year.

The TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) is located in the Advanced Technologies Building, Room 113.

To be eligible for the TRIO Student Support Services Program, a student must meet one of the following requirements:

  1. The student is a first-generation college student (neither parent has earned a bachelor’s degree);
  2. The student meets low-income status; or
  3. The student has a physical or learning disability.

The SSS staff wants to help students succeed in reaching their academic and career goals. Many of the program students are experiencing college life for the first time. Special efforts to encourage, inspire, and strengthen student’s academic performance is a high priority for the SSS staff. The SSS’s mission is to increase the graduation and transfer rates of students. The program offers both one-on-one and group-based services. All of the services are free for program participants. Contact the Student Support Services staff to learn more about the program. You can also schedule an appointment for Advising or Tutoring.

Services

Academics and Career Counseling

We help you establish your academic and career goals to encourage your college success.

Individual Tutoring

Our tutors are available to tutor in many subjects, including courses in English, Mathematics, Science, and Spanish. Individual tutoring sessions are tailored to meet your specific needs.

Mentoring Program

The goal of SSS Mentoring Program is for the mentor (faculty/ staff) to assist the mentee (student) to understand the college culture and expectations and to serve as a guide to promote academic achievement, civic engagement, and personal and career aspirations.

Workshops in Academic and Career Success

We offer special seminars designed to improve your study habits, test-taking skills, time management and coping skills.

Additional Services

Address

Rockingham Community College
PO Box 38
215 Wrenn Memorial Rd.
Wentworth, NC 27375

Hours

Monday to Thursday:
8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Friday: 8:00 am – 3:00 pm

Contact

336-342-4261
336-349-9986 (fax)
info@rockinghamcc.edu