TRIO SSS is now in Alumni Hall!

Alumni Hall has 3 entrances facing Lord Hall. Use the entrance closest to Fogler Library. (See photos for reference!)

  • Alumni Hall is located to the right of Fogler Library, when facing the library steps.
  • The side entrance to Alumni Hall that is preferred to enter TRIO SSS.
    The best TRIO SSS entrance is the first door on the left,
    facing Lord Hall.
  • The TRIO SSS entrance with a sign that reads: "TRIO Student Support Services through this door".
    Located through this door, take a left for our main office in room 130!

What we do

UMaine TRIO Student Support Services is here to provide personalized services to TRIO SSS students by partnering with and empowering them throughout their UMaine journey and to be a place of community while working towards their degree.

TRIO SSS is a federally funded program within College Success Programs that serves individuals who are first-generation college students, are from an income-eligible background, and/or those who have a documented disability.

If this sounds like you, email um.sss@maine.edu to learn more and apply!

How we support you

All TRIO SSS services are free, and students within the program work with a dedicated TRIO SSS advisor, who is there to help the student navigate the college experience academically and beyond. In addition to this advisor, specific TRIO SSS services include individualized tutoring, peer coaching, wellness coaching, and more.

Supplemental Advisor

TRIO SSS Advisors are at the program’s core, serving as a homebase, resource, and guide to additional supports. Advisors believe in a holistic approach to your success, including academics, finances, career, and life in general.

Individualized Tutoring

SSS Tutoring offers one-on-one, twice-weekly sessions with the same tutor throughout the semester. Level-up your learning and build a rewarding tutoring relationship!

Peer Coaching

Peer Coaches are students who get what you’re going through. They might work with you to plan out assignments, search for scholarships, set financial goals, and more! Strengthen your skills and confidence by partnering with a Peer Coach!

Professional Wellness Coaching

Professional Wellness Coaching creates a space for you to lean into your own expertise to find balance and gain what you need to live a full, colorful life.