TRIO is a federal grant program that serves first-generation, economically disadvantaged and/or physical or learning disabled students. The purpose of the TRIO program, funded through the US Department of Education, is to assist this population of students in achieving their educational goals via academic support and guidance. The TRIO grant program at Ivy Tech East Central is call Life S.T.E.P.S. and has been running since 2001.

East Central Regions Staff Members

Linda Mann - Director
Eric Burns- Assistant Director
Margot Middleton- Activity Coordinator
Dianna Wilson - Office Assistant

What does Life S.T.E.P.S. - Trio Do?
We provide academic support via mentoring, tutoring, academic success workshops, one-on-one appointments, career advising, etc.

Did you know?
Since 1965, an estimated 2 million students have graduated from college with the special assistance and support of our nation's TRIO programs.

How can students participate?
In order to be eligible, a student must meet one of the three criteria previously mentioned. Students can pick up an application in the Student Affairs area. Once an application is complete, it is reviewed by a committee and a student will receive notification of their acceptance or denial. Our program serves 160 students throughout the region so space is limited!

For more information, an application, or if you have any questions, please contact the Life S.T.E.P.S. - TRIO office at (765) 289-2291 ext. 1461 or use the online request form.