Federally Funded TAMIU Program by the Department of Education
Available for eligible STEM, Nursing and Health Science TAMIU Undergraduate Students
Helping students succeed since 2019
Once in TRiO, always in TRiO!
About
TRiO STEM is a federally funded Student Support Services (SSS) program committed to the success of first-generation, low-income, and/or scholars with disabilities within the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math), Nursing and Health Science fields.
MISSION & GOALS
Our mission is to empower qualifying STEM, Nursing and Health Science scholars to:
- Achieve maximum academic success and career readiness
- Develop skills, knowledge, and attributes to complete a post-secondary education
- Graduate-equipped professionals and global citizens who will lead through lifelong learning
Our goal is to provide academic support to STEM, Nursing, and Health Science scholars to help them achieve their full potential. Overall we aim to:
- Assist with necessary skills, knowledge, and attributes to complete a post-secondary education
- Raise awareness and provide guidance to students for graduate school and professional career opportunities
- Enhance the potential for financial assistance by providing education on financial and economic literacy
Services & Benefits
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Faculty Mentoring & Peer Mentoring
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Job Shadowing & Career Preparation Assistance
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Academic Advising & SACP (Student Academic Career Plan)
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Early Registration & Class Scheduling
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Letters of Recommendation & University Appeals
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Summer Scholarships
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According to the Department of Education (2021), first generation is defined as an individual with:
- Non-Degreed Parents
An individual whose parents did not complete a bachelor's degree
- Non-Degreed Single Parent
An individual who lived with and received support from only one parent who did not complete a bachelor's degree.
There are many reasons why our students choose us, including our exclusive services, 10+ years of academic expertise and work experience, friendly staff, and welcoming environment.
In order to qualify for the program, you must be BOTH:
1. A current or a recently admitted TAMIU student pursuing a STEM, Nursing or Health Science bachelor's degree
AND
2. Either low-income, first-generation and/or an individual with a documented disability
Hear and learn more about what being first generation means
Briana Valdez
Undergraduate Student
Audrey Castillo
Undergraduate Student
Learn More about First Generation
DID YOU KNOW?
We are 1 of only 7 TRiO STEM programs in the whole state of Texas
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Application Process
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2. Participate in an informal interview
Join in a relaxed interview to get to know you better
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3. Sign other required paperwork
Swing by our office and get other paperwork signed
Application CHECKLIST
Application Packet MUST include:
TRiO STEM Program Application
Applicant's or Parent(s)'/Guardian(s)' 1040 Form (if applicable) or Student Aid Report from FAFSA
Permanent Resident Alien Card (if applicable)
About Us
Meet the TRiO Team
Whether via online, phone and/or in person, our program professionals are always happy to help you out—learn more about us below!
Peer Mentors
Peer mentors are TAMIU undergraduate and graduate students.
RESOURCES
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STUDENT ORGANIZATION
Join our very own TRiO-STEM-borned student organization
Chat with us via our WhatsApp Group
Contact Us
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Phone
956.326.3340
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Email
triostem@tamiu.edu
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Office
Senator Judith Zaffirini Student Success Center (ZSC) 222
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Office Hours
Virtual Walk-Ins
Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.