TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY
The U.S. Department of Education has awarded TRIO programs at Texas State University with two grants to support the success of low-income, firstgeneration students through 2030. The first program, Student Support Services - Traditional, was awarded a $1,762,655 grant ($352,531 per year over five years). The program services 200 current undergraduate students across all majors. The second program, Student Support Services - STEM was awarded a $1,361,820 grant ($272,364 per year over five years). The program services 120 current undergraduate students in STEM majors. "We are very grateful to receive this continuation funding, which serves as a testament to the success of our students and these programs," said Rafael Cordero, executive director for TRIO programs. "We look forward to continuing to support our TXST students and equipping them with critical skills that will help them find their passions and turn them into careers." Both programs provide opportunities for academic development and motivate students toward
SEE TXST PAGE the successful completion of a postsecondary degree. Program staff assist students with shortterm decision making and long-term planning, connecting them to resources and facilitating their ability to become effective agents of their own learning and personal development. The programs are available to eligible students at no cost.
