Explore the powerful stories of students who have achieved academic success through the support of the TRIO program. These inspiring journeys highlight the resilience, hard work, and ambition of PPSC students who earned their college degrees. Discover how TRIO’s personalized guidance, mentorship, and academic support transformed challenges into triumphs, and see how these graduates are now shaping brighter futures for themselves and their communities.
Ty'Anna's Story
“The support I have received as a TRIO student really changed my life by challenging my limiting beliefs about what I was capable of achieving and holding me accountable to the goals I set for myself. I have received support in ways I did not know I needed, and I owe my ability to dream bigger and reach higher to my TRIO family!”
Ty’Anna Jones Boyd
Jayla's Story
“Before joining TRIO, I couldn’t figure out how to afford school, didn’t know how to transfer, and felt like no support. Being in TRIO helped me find my transfer school, afford school, and feel prepared.”
Jayla Hill
Julius' Story
“It’s all about being in the loop with ever-changing information and processes, my TRIO advisor made this journey much less stressful which means so much to me.”
Julius Flores
Ander's Story
“TRIO made a huge difference in my college experience...Thanks to TRIO’s help, I received several scholarships including from the Hispanic Nurses Association of Southern Colorado. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree in 2021 with a 4.0 GPA and now work for UC Health as an R.N. I will complete my Master of Science in Nursing at CSU-P in 2026.”
Ander Gallo Bravo
Elie's Story
“When I started full-time at Pikes Peak State College in 2011 at age 60, I was shocked to learn that college life had changed dramatically...Without TRIO math tutoring, writing assistance, 4-year campus visits, and never-ending encouragement from TRIO advisors, I would not have finished my associates degree in 2014 and transferred to CSU-P to earn my bachelor’s degree.”
Elie Jackson Jr.
Brittany's Story
“TRIO helped me bury for good those false beliefs about myself that held me back for so long. Even now, I still reach out to TRIO to give me the motivation to keep going when I am second guessing myself. TRIO changed my life!”
Brittany Hardy
Elizabeth's Story
“A long-time goal became reality for me when, at age 40, I entered law school at University of Denver in fall 2024. I could not have reached this point without TRIO!”
Elizabeth Tavera