The OGs
This program, the very first TRIO program, was established in 1964 to help high school students prepare for college entry.
What is Upward Bound?
This US President is credited with starting the TRIO programs as part of his "War on Poverty."
Who is Lyndon B. Johnson?
TRIO programs across the United States serve approximately this many students.
This is the ultimate goal for most TRIO programs, specifically defined as a student completing their program of study and earning their degree.
What is postsecondary education graduation?
One of the easiest ways for students to advocate for TRIO is by writing these to their representatives to explain how the program has helped them.
What is write them emails?
Created in 1965, this program identifies and assists individuals who have the potential to succeed in higher education, starting as early as the 6th grade.
What is Talent Search?
Most TRIO programs were authorized or expanded under this landmark 1965 legislation.
What is the Higher Education Act?
This program was added in 1990 to specifically help students pursue degrees and careers in biology, chemistry, physics and engineering.
What is Upward Bound Math and Science?
This term describes a student who is the first in their family to attend college, a central identity of the "TRIO Strong" community.
What is first generation?
If you only had 30 seconds to tell a Senator why TRIO matters, you would be giving them this type of short, persuasive speech.
What is an elevator pitch?
National TRIO Day is celebrated annually on this weekend in February.
What is the fourth Saturday of every February?
What is TRIO Training Program?
This national organization acts as the primary advocacy group in Washington D.C., working to ensure Congress continues to fund and support TRIO programs.
For TRIO programs located in Hall County, Georgia, this specific U.S. Congressman serves as the federal representative for the 9th District.
Who is Andrew Clyde?
Before it was known as Student Support Services, this program, originating in 1968, was originally known by this name.
What is Special Services for Disadvantaged Students?
Besides first generation students, TRIO also specifically designated funding to serve this group of people who have served in the military.
While most TRIO programs are hosted by colleges and universities, they are designed to serve students in this stage of their education.
What is high school?
When TRIO students and staff visit Capitol Hill to meet with members of Congress and share their success stories, it is often called this.
What is Policy Seminar?
Many students use social media to promote TRIO programs using this hashtag.
What is #TRIOWorks!
While most people think TRIO is an acronym, it actually refers to this.
What is the original three programs (Upward Bound, Talent Search, and Student Support Services)?
In addition to first-generation or low-income status, TRIO programs are also federally mandated to serve and provide accommodations for this specific group of students.
Who are students with disabilities?
This TRIO program focuses specifically on helping students transition from a Master's degree into a PhD program.
What is the McNair Scholar's Program?
This is the name for the regional association that serves TRIO programs specifically in the Southeast (including states like Georgia, Alabama, and Florida).
What is SAEOPP (Southeastern Association of Educational Opportunity Program Personnel)?
When you speak up to support a cause or a group of people (like your fellow TRIO students), you are acting as one of these.
What is being an advocate?