Achieving College Dreams Through TRIO

From middle school to college, TRIO programs help students with limited-income, first-generation college students and individuals with disabilities to succeed.
From middle school to college, TRIO programs help students with limited-income, first-generation college students and individuals with disabilities to succeed.
International Day for People with Disabilities aims to promote an understanding of disability issues and to mobilize support for the dignity, rights and well-being of persons with disabilities.
For Mickey Schieferecke, the road to a college degree has had plenty of road blocks and hills to climb. Even so, they are thriving in a leadership role at FRCC.
Kendal’s college journey with autism has been neither linear nor easy. Read her story and how she’s now preparing to start grad school this fall.
TRIO programs support students who come from limited-income families, are first generation college students, or have a documented disability.
Recent grad Sam White didn’t let disability prevent him from pursuing a college degree. With help from FRCC staff, he’s now at UNC studying special education.
Reece was diagnosed with ADHD at a young age, and saw ups and downs in school. Now he’s set to graduate with a bachelor’s in mechanical engineering from CSU.
Going to college is a big step for any student—but if you’re a first-generation college student, you may have some extra questions. Here are some tips…