Lake Land College TRiO Student Support Services

What is TRIO Student Support Services?
TRiO Student Support Services is a federal grant program funded through the U.S. Department of Education. The program is designed to provide an integrated support network to students who meet the eligibility criteria. LLC was first awarded the TRiO grant in 2005.

Can everyone participate?
There are certain eligibility requirements TRiO students must meet. Students who are eligible for TRiO must be pursuing an associate degree or certificate and meet at least one of the following requirements:
Be a first-generation college student, which means neither parent or legal guardian graduated from a four-year institution; or
Meet certain income requirements, like being eligible for a Pell grant; or
Be a student who is eligible for Student Accommodations at Lake Land College

What can this program do for me?
Personal Counseling
Academic Assistance
Social and Cultural Enrichment Opportunities
Career Development
Transfer Opportunities

Once you have been accepted into the program, you will be required to:
Be enrolled in classes
Meet with your TRiO counselor a minimum of three times a semester or more when required
Participate in activities designed to help you set and reach your academic goals
Participate in cultural and social activities designed to enrich your college experience
Make a real commitment to yourself to strive for academic excellence

Who do I contact if I have questions?

All TRiO staff members work directly with our students, so feel free to contact any one of us at the following numbers:


Amber Niebrugge -Director, TRiO Student Support Services
(217) 234-5007 - aniebrugge71503@lakelandcollege.edu

TRiO Advising Counselor - 217-234-5441

Ashli Robison – TRiO SSS Learning Skills Specialist
(217) 234-5260, awicker1@lakelandcollege.edu