STARS is a federally funded TRIO program committed to the success of first-generation, low-income, and/or scholars with disabilities. Our mission is to empower scholars to:
- Develop the necessary skills, knowledge, and attributes to complete a post-secondary education.
- Achieve maximum academic success and career readiness.
- Graduate as skilled, self-actualizing professionals and global citizens who lead through best practices and lifelong learning.
Services Provided (Free for STARS Scholars)
One-on-One Tutoring |
Career Guidance |
Individualized Academic Advising |
Cultural Enrichment Activities |
Priority Class Registration |
Access to STARS computer Lab |
Personal and Academic Support |
FAFSA Assistance and Financial Literacy Training |
Eligibility
1. First Generation (Neither parent/guardian has a four-year college degree), and/or
2. Financial need (receive the federal Pell Grant), and/or
3. Utilize the Rend Lake College Disability Services
For more information feel free to browse our STARS brochure or email us here.
Staff
Director - TRIO Programs
Phone Extension: 1366
Building: South Oasis
Office: 112
M.S., Murray State University
B.S., Murray State University
STARS Advisor
Phone Extension: 1720
Building: South Oasis
Office: 111
M.S. & B.S., Southern Illinois University Carbondale | A.A., Rend Lake College
TRiO Program Specialist
Phone Extension: 1236
Building: South Oasis
Office: 113
B.S., Murray State University
M.S., Murray State University
Student Support Services/TRIO Advisor
Phone Extension: ext. 1326
Building: South Oasis
Office: 110
B.A. , Union University | M.B.A. , University of Memphis