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Graduation Date: December 11 ,2021

Major: General Studies

I am still undecided on where I want to transfer to but I have a few schools in mind.

Fun Fact: I have a twin sister that attends Iowa State University and am older my 19 minutes.

Since I came to Iowa Western everyone has been so helpful whether that been helping me find a class, advising or help with tutoring etc. I have enjoyed my time with the TRIO program here and have really benefited from all of their services. I think I also have really grown as a person and from my work since joining TRIO. I have meet so many great people though TRIO and would not have otherwise.

My advice for future TRIO students is that college is a hard adjustment, especially for incoming freshmen I know it was for me but keep up on your studies and your hard work and motivation will pay off. Take advantage of the lab and the tutors when you need help and it will really do wonders to your grade for improvment. The people you meet in TRIO, you won't have if you didn't join and they will help get you though the college experience. This is a great program to utilizes.

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Bryant Wesson

Graduation date: May 8,  2021

Major: General Studies

I am Plan on transferring to North Carolina A&T State University. Where I will major in landscape architecture. Then I also plan on playing football and running track.

Fun fact: I like to play videos on my free time and love playing football.

Advise I give to future students: is to stay on top of your work. Communication is key in Order to be successful and never give up !!!

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Graduation date: July 23, 2021

Major: General studies

I am planning to transfer to University of Nebraska Lincoln where I will major in exercise science and minor in Animation

Fun fact about me: I am the middle child of seven siblings. four girls and three boys counting me.

I joined Trio my second semester attending Iowa Western Community College. I was unaware of how beneficial this program would be for me. I have learned so much as I grew closer with the members in the lab. I have had a handful of great leaders and members leave Trio due to other job offers which is sad, but I am happy to see them move to new opportunities. COVID made it difficult to receive the help in the lab at the beginning of the pandemic as there were limitations to the amount of people in the lab and only scheduled tutoring sessions. But things started to get back to normal as the semester continued. This pandemic was an event we all were not prepared for, but it only makes process that much more meaningful when you reach your goal. There were times where I struggled holding myself accountable when needing help with my class work, but I have improved in these areas and now have a system to my workload. I am proud of myself and everyone else for being able to continue our education even with a virus trying to stop all of it.

My advice to future Trio Members would be do not be afraid to move out of your bubble. When I first came into Trio, I was a bit nervous to come in and ask for help, but after a handful of semesters of getting help from the wonderful people in the lab, I learned how nice they all are and how helpful they truly can be. I have been busy with classes and am currently in the process of joining the military, but I still try to make time to stop by and make sure I am caught up with my classes and see how they are doing in the lab. I hope anyone coming into Trio can learn to be involved with this amazing program and us all the benefits that come with it!

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Graduation date: May 8, 2021

Major is Organizational Communication

I’m am heading in the work field and Trio helped me with everything. By them making sure my grades are good and also Motivating me to keep up. It wasn’t a bad decision at all. I thank them and my teammates too.

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Graduation date: July 23, 2021

Major: Business Administration

I plan to transfer to Bellevue University in the fall to complete my bachelor's degree.

My advice for future TRIO students would be to ask for help when needed. To also know that the staff are extremely helpful, they want to help, and do everything they can to help you succeed.

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I'm going to be graduating may 8th. I wanted to do computer science this year but they did not have it so i did my general studies.

I don't know where I want to go after this but it's probably somewhere back home in Minnesota. TRIO really helps students know what they want to do after graduation. they offer transfer fairs and tours with lots of universities. It really helped me stay on track with my assignment and overall helped my GPA in college.The support they offer and the opportunity is just the best.

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Graduation date: May 8th, 2021
Major- general studies
Plans after IWCC- Still thinking about where I want to go but most likely will be back home in California.

Trio has helped me tremendously this year I really appreciate all the people that have helped me succeed this semester because without them I would not be in the position I am in now. The trio team was very patient with me and helped me understand the material so I could succeed in the classroom.

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Graduation Date:

May 8th, 2021

Plans after IWCC:

I plan on transferring to another college to further my academic and football career.

What I love about Trio is how whenever you need help they are always there and they love doing what they do!

Advice to future Trio students:

If you ever need help trio is always there and they love to help. Really try to utilize the program because when I first came here I never did and was not doing to well and then when I did it just made everything way easier and will take a lot of stress off of you!

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Graduation date: July 23rd

Major: Biological Sciences

In the fall I will be transferring to University of Nebraska Omaha to complete my undergraduate in Biology. I then will be applying to veterinary school with Iowa State being my first choice.

A fun fact about me is I can put both feet behind my head.

Something that I love about TRiO is the endless support through the amazing advisors and tutors. It is a great group of individuals that makes you feel welcome.

My advice for future TRiO students would be to get involved and don’t be afraid to ask for help! The biggest thing is seriously...don’t be afraid to ask for help. No matter if the question is about a particular subject or just a general adulting question, the TRiO staff will do their very best to help you out, so don’t be shy!

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Graduation date: May 8, 2021
Major: General Studies
In the fall, I will be transferring to UNO to get my undergraduate in Social Work.

TRiO has helped me stay on track to graduate. Their tutors and academic advisers are AWSOME! They are there to help you be successful not only while in school at Iowa Western but also in helping you find another school to transfer to after you graduate. I am truly grateful for all the help.

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Autumn-Rose Barnes
May 8,2020
Sociology
I will be attending the University of Alaska at Anchorage with my husband

I am adopted, love books, and I hate chocolate.

I love the fact that you can get help with homework, general life advice, free food and free trips all in one room. I honestly think that if you joined T.R.I.O, there is no excuse to fail.

My biggest advice for a new T.R.I.O student, is don't be afraid to ask for help. I think everyone struggles with asking for help. Go to the tutors, get to know them. Your struggling with Art Appreciation, turn to Mrs. Strine and she can help you piece together a 10 page paper. There is always going to be a barrier in your way, you need to push through then and T.R.I.O will be the drill to get through that all.

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Cristopher Bueno

May 8,2021

My major is criminal justices. My plan after IWCC is to go to a four year University and complete my major

A fun fact about me is that I love music and dancing. One of my favorite hobbies is being at the gym.

What I love about Trio for me would be the people in the program everyone in the program treat you with respect and they love giving help to those that need it.

Always ask for help that would get you through everything they would always help you out with anything you need.

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Gradation Date:
May 8th, 2021
I plan on transferring to another school after graduation but i wouldn't have did it without trio they helped me thought college and i want to see more of this to help people that need it. Thank you trio for everything you did to help me with my classes.

If you ever attend Trio use it because it will be the best thing you ever did they really put time into helping you.

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Graduation Date:
May 8th, 2021

Major:
General Studies

Plans after IWCC:
Still deciding whether I want to start working for a while or go straight to UNO.

Fun Fact:
I have never sent an emoji via text or comment before. I want to see how long I can go without doing it.

What I love about Trio is that they are always willing to help and I was able to get my work done because of them.

Advice to future Trio students:
Just attend Trio. It really will help you with your work. I would not go there initially and I started struggling with my grades. It was not until I began utilizing Trio where I started to do well. Trio is there for a reason. I have first hand experience knowing that Trio will greatly help during your time there.

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Graduation Date : May 8, 2021

Trio ,

This is the third college that ive attended , and i never was able to be apart of TRIO , andi feel like i didnt get accepted at a better time . These last couple years have been crazy for me , but one thing about my trio family they keep me so level focused , and just motivating . Days i wanted to give me they encouraged me and gave me words of wisdom to keep believing in myself to keep pushing . i am finally graduating and it is by far one of the biggest things i've ever did in my life . It is something that i have been wanting to accomplish for so long  . Not sure where i will go or what i will do . But i switched majors i was in associates of science , but i was doing that for a incentive for my family not for myself and when i realized that i needed to do it for myself arts is who i am . This college was so good to me . Just really nice and caring people who really care about the students . They didnt make me feel old when sometimes i would be in class with teenagers and i just turned 30 . This school gives so many positive vibrations . The people around here really want you to succeed .  i could be having a bad day and coming to campus just changes my day around . Join trio its such a great program to help you succeed . i thank you guys so much for letting me apart of this family , this is forever , and i love you all dearly . i am a single mother of two small children 2 & 4 so i plan to take time off and spend time with my babies .thank you for supporting me and my children .#iamTRIO#TRIOforLIFE
c/o 2k21

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Graduation Date: May 8th, 2021
Major: Exercise Science
Plans after IWCC: I will be transferring to Doane University in Crete, Nebraska. I want to become a Physical Therapist.
Fun Fact: I am left handed, but I do most activities with my right hand.
What I love about TRIO: I love how supportive they all are and I can get help with my homework, get advice. I honestly don't think I'd be where I am without them. They truly have made a positive impact on me, and have helped me get where I am.
Advice for future TRIO students: My advice is, first get involved, see the tutors, get your friends to sign up. This program is the best thing ever and I recommend to anyone that is eligible to sign up.

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Graduation Date: May 8, 2021
Major Culinary Arts: Culinarian
What are my plans after IWCC:
I will be volunteering my time to teach people how to cook and show them knife skills. I look at doing this in the Omaha and surrounding areas. Start a small catering business.
Fun Fact: I look like a Grizzly Bear but have a Teddy Bear inside. I love helping people out and making sure they do well.
Advice to future TRIO students:
The advice that I can give the future TRIO students is this. TRIO has so much to offer students. What is also nice about TRIO is your advisor is a one stop shop for what you need on campus. The Trio lab has specialist that can help you with homework. Your advisor can help with that too.  Also, they have all kinds of resources that are at your disposal to help you become better add your studies and you are schooling. When I was first entered the TRIO program, I did not use it much at first. Now I use it to study, write papers, and to help others. Do not be afraid to go to your TRIO advisor or the other TRIO team members because they were there to help you whether it is school related personal issues or whatever might be going on. I know this from firsthand experience. I was having some problems I went to my advisor and talked to her about it, and she is helped me work through it and has stuck by me make sure I am still doing good.

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May 8th, 2021
K-12 Education
I plan to move home for a year and work as a paraprofessional , and then find a place in the Lincoln or Omaha area. Initially I want to become a preschool teacher.
Fun Fact: I am visually impaired and can drive a vehicle
What I like about Trio: I really liked how all of the advisors and not just my assigned advisor checked in on me and asked how my classes were going. I also like how the tutors are willing to work with you when you are free.
Advice to future Trio Students: Don’t be afraid to ask for help. Your advisors and your tutors only want to help you be successful in your classes.

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May 8, 2021

My major is Psychology

My plans after IWCC is to attend UNO to pursue a degree through the Psychology PhD program there and hopefully join the cheerleading team or rush a sorority!

A fun fact about me is I’m an only child, a first generation college student and I love hand knitting blankets.

What I love about TRIO is the support you get from all the advisors and other TRIO members, I have felt so much love and support in all of my choices in IWCC and in my personal life I love that my advisor’s door is always open to me.

My advice to future TRIO students is take advantage of everything TRIO has to offer; mentors, tutors, college visits, seminars, etc. DO IT ALL YOU WILL THANK YOURSELF! Be involved!