NWOSU TRiO-SSS

04/17/2026

Today is National Haiku Day! Learn about Haiku at the National Poetry Foundation: https://www.poetryfoundation.org/education/glossary/haiku-or-hokku

04/06/2026

On April 17th, from 1-3 pm, TRIO Student Emma Ginter will be leading a clean-up project at Hatfield Park in Alva. Contact Emma to let her know that you're interested!

04/03/2026

Congratulations to all our Financial Literacy Workshop drawing winners! 🎉🎉🎉
Thank you to everyone who participated!

04/01/2026

If you're interested in working for TRIO as a Peer Mentor, come talk to the office in Ryerson Hall 108!

03/24/2026

Trio Students! REMINDER enrollment opens TODAY- March 24, 2026! Please reach out to your advisor or come to the SSS office in Ryerson Hall, 108 for any help. Let's make it the best semester yet!

03/22/2026

Luxury doesn't have to hurt your wallet. We want to see you ballin' on a budget.
Take the short quiz in the bio and learn tips and tricks to save your money for what really counts.

Finish the quiz and you will be entered into a drawing for a Starbucks gift card.

Come into the TRIO office and test how much you really know about grocery prices for a chance to win a basket of FREE grocery items.

* Contest only open to current TRIO students *

03/18/2026

Spring Break Reset: Mental Health Tips for College Students.

Spring break is a great time to recharge, not just physically, but mentally too. Whether you’re traveling, working, or staying home, here are a few simple ways to take care of your mental health during the break:

1. Prioritize Rest
Your body and brain need time to recover from a busy semester. Try to catch up on sleep and give yourself permission to slow down.

2. Get Outside and Move Your Body
Fresh air, sunlight, and light movement (walking, hiking, or stretching) can help improve mood and reduce stress.

3. Take a Social Media Break
Constant scrolling can increase stress and comparison. Consider unplugging for a few hours - or even a full day - to reset.

4. Stay Connected
Spend time with people who make you feel supported, like friends, family, or classmates. Meaningful connection can help protect your mental health.

5. Check In With Yourself
Ask yourself how you’re really feeling. Journaling, meditation, or quiet reflection can help you process stress and emotions.

6. Use Campus Mental Health Resources
If you need extra support, you don’t have to handle it alone. Many students use virtual mental health services to connect with counselors quickly - even outside normal hours. Services like TimelyCare allow students to talk to a licensed professional, sometimes within minutes.

🔗 Access support anytime here:
https://app.timelycare.com/auth/login?campaign=vanitylink

Remember: taking care of your mental health is just as important as your academics. Use this break to reset and come back stronger for the rest of the semester. 💙

03/11/2026

Up next, we have our brilliant DANYEL! Take a look at what TRiO means to her and her journey so far. We can't wait to see what Danyel's future holds!

03/09/2026

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03/06/2026

Meet Rosa, our shining peer mentor, let's observe the impact of TRiO on her incredible life journey!

03/05/2026

Love to see our TRIO students being rewarded for their hard work! Congratulations, Itzel!

NWOSU Department of Social Work is proud to recognize Itzel Castillo, a senior social work major from Laverne, as the 2026 recipient of the Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health (IECMH) practicum stipend.

Castillo's practicum is part of the department's newly established IECMH Training Academy, funded by a $40,000 Child Welfare Professional Enhancement Program Student Payback Fund Grant. The academy provides specialized coursework, advanced training, and paid practicum experiences for students preparing to work in child and family serving fields.

"Receiving the IECMH stipend has been such a meaningful support in my professional journey. It has allowed me to expand my knowledge and skills. I'm truly grateful for the investment in my education and in the future of infant and early childhood mental health." — Itzel Castillo

For more information about the Northwestern Department of Social Work, read the full story: https://bit.ly/4rQZdCp

02/06/2026

So great to see several TRIO students AND our recent graduate advisor on this list! Great job with all the hard work, everyone!

Congratulations to our Rangers on the Fall 2025 Honor Roll! Your hard work and dedication to academic excellence makes us proud.

See the full list of honorees: https://bit.ly/4r2kmca