The Student Support Services Program is a federally funded TRIO program designed to promote the success and retention of non-traditional students who begin their studies at NCC in developmental courses. Once students are admitted, they remain participants in the program until they graduate and/or transfer to a four-year college or university. Funded by the U.S. Department of Education, TRIO programs are educational opportunity outreach programs designed to motivate and support students from disadvantaged backgrounds.
 

The Student Support Services Program’s staff provides assessment and planning services to help students develop and achieve their personal, educational, and career goals. The program serves 240 students a year. Counselors assist students whose opportunities for success in college are hindered by personal or academic difficulties. The program’s tutoring staff provides individualized academic support services designed to help students build a strong foundation for college studies. Tutors work closely with students and instructors to provide supplemental instruction that addresses the needs of each participant.
 

The Student Support Services Program offers these year-round services:

• Academic Counseling to assist students in planning academic schedules, which meet their individual needs, goals, and objectives.
• Personal Counseling to help students resolve conflicts and stress.
• Career Counseling to design a blueprint for progress toward vocational goals.
• Transfer Counseling for participants who are ready to advance to a four-year college.

• Community Referrals when a student’s needs can best be met by a local human services agency.

• Tutoring, including:

Grammar review

Individualized instruction in essay writing

Assistance with arithmetic and basic algebra

• Academic Advising

• Free Summer Courses for College Credit

• Scholarships

• Workshops and Seminars , including:
  How to Write an Essay
  Preparing for Tests
  Developing Good Study Habits
  Understanding Your Learning Style
  Note-taking Skills
  Stress Reduction
  Time Management
  Overcoming Test Anxiety
  Making Plans for Your Future

  
  Eligibility requirements

  For more information, contact:

  Elva M. Edwards, Program Director (203) 857-7190
  (or)
  Jacqueline Castro, Program Counselor (203) 857-7107
   

  Student Support Services Staff
   

  Elva M. Edwards, Program Director
  Jacqueline Castro, Program Counselor
  Beth Lambert, Program Assistant
  Barbara Blau, Tutor
  Shirley Clark, Tutor
  Roberta K. Fogerty, Tutor