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REACH/TRiO
What is REACH?
The REACH program at Phoenix College is a federally funded TRiO program. REACH is designed to assist first generation and low-income students with their transition into college. REACH also provides academic support to assist students in reaching their goal of graduating from Phoenix College.
Mission
Our mission is achieved by offering a variety of services such as: academic advisement, tutoring, career exploration, mentoring, financial aid, cultural activities, workshops, instruction in leadership skills, skills and college survival techniques, as well as activities designed to gain knowledge of the admission process.
Vision
REACH/TRIO (SSS) Program serves as a resource and voice for first generation, low-income students and students with disabilities at Phoenix College. Within a learning environment which challenges students to grow personally and professionally, we nourish a sense of empowerment and strive to bridge the gap between the dream and the reality of achieving a baccalaureate degree.
Values and Beliefs
Ø We value education
Ø We value diversity
Ø We believe each student has the ability to become an independent learner
Ø We believe in a non-judgmental and welcoming environment
Ø We believe in helping students to achieve their goals through academic assistance
We believe in success of our students
History of TRIO Programs
The Federal TRiO Programs were started from the Economic Opportunity Act of 1964 to respond to the war on poverty by the administration. The word “TRiO” came from the development of the Upward Bound, Talent Search and Student Support Services program which was originally known as Special Services for disadvantaged students. All of these programs were authorized after the Higher Education Act of 1965 was passed. Over the years, TRiO programs have grown and improved to a wider range of services and diversified it to accommodate more students who need assistance. The new amendments of the Higher Education Act have created more opportunities with the establishment of Educational Opportunity Centers, training programs, Postbaccalaureate achievement programs and specified Upward Bound program for students with requests to study math and sciences.
The Student Support Services (TRIO SSS) has been serving students at PC since 1979. Through the project, PC has established a supportive environment for developing potential and promoting success. The College’s learning center makes a powerful statement about the critical role of student support, serving as a central point of access for the general support programs for all students and for the specialized services for those eligible for assistance through federal TRIO SSS funding. The Learning Center building incorporates study space, a computer assistance lab, staff offices and meeting space and is physically located within proximity of the financial aid and admissions offices at a central intersection of the campus. The arrangement integrates the role of support services among other services at the college reducing anxiety about seeking help and creating mainstream access for students with special needs and physical disabilities. The college supplements staff for the Learning Center and the provision of TRIO SSS services and to coordinate services specifically for the handicapped. The REACH/TRiO Program at Phoenix College began in October of 2005. The REACH/TRiO Program was originally called Student Support Services and has been assisting students for over 25 years.
Where on campus?
The REACH/TRiO office is located in the
Learning Center Building, east of the Hannelly Center.
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