TRIO College Programs

Congratulations to Najmo, this year's USM Student Commencement Speaker!!! 🎓🌟

We are so proud to see one of our own take the stage and share her journey & voice with our school. Najmo is graduating this Saturday with a B.A. in Social & Behavioral Sciences and is currently enrolled in the Public Health master's program through USM’s Muskie School of Public Service.

Najmo, you've earned every moment of this! We can't wait to hear your speech and see what you do next

Meet Najmo Ahmed: USM's student commencement speaker for the Class of 2026. 🎓

She's a Lewiston native finishing her bachelor’s degree in social and behavioral sciences while also interning at the Maine Department of Health and Human Services and working towards a master’s in public health....and her mom still doesn't know she's speaking at commencement!🤫

Get to know her before she takes the stage 👉 https://usm.maine.edu/blog-pack-chat/class-of-26-meet-najmo-ahmed-usms-student-commencement-speaker/

Highlighting our very own Lisa Struebing!

Next week, Lisa will walk across the stage at commencement, a two time graduate from USM, to receive her second degree: a B.S. in Physics.

Lisa is a first generation college student who truly embodies what TRIO is all about.

"I believe strongly in leading by example, so if I encourage students to ask questions, seek help, and show up fully, I make sure I’m doing the same myself."

Read the full article written by Vivienne Predock: usm.maine.edu/blog-pack-chat/class-of-26-how-one-adult-student-kept-her-promise-and-earned-two-usm-degrees-along-the-way

We can't wait to celebrate our graduating seniors! 🌟🎓

Join us for dinner, an awards ceremony, live music, photo ops, & fun to close out the semester. Friends, family, and mentors are encouraged to attend to help celebrate your success!

Seniors, let us know you're coming here: https://forms.gle/QYCPBFtteS2rMBud6

Yesterday was TRIO Advocacy Day! Our Peer Leaders represented USM at the State House to share our program's mission and the success of our students

Fun at the Wellness Fair 🪴🩺

The semester is in full swing and may already feel like a whirlwind. If you didn’t get a chance to visit the Health & Wellness Fair, here’s your reminder to take care of yourself and lean on those around you. Reach out and stay engaged with friends, family, and campus resources (including TRIO).

TRIO Advisors are available all semester for remote and in person meetings to chat and find support resources that work for you.