TRiO at GCSC Hosts FAFSA Night

Press Release from Elizabeth Humphries

Panama City, FL – TRiO at Gulf Coast State College is hosting a FAFSA Night to provide current and prospective students with the guidance needed to complete their 2025-2026 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®). The event will take place on Tuesday, December 17, 2024 in the TRiO Office in Student Union West on the first floor from 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM CST. 

The FAFSA is a crucial step in accessing financial aid for higher education. The TRiO team will offer one-on-one assistance to simplify the process, answer questions, and ensure applications are accurately completed and submitted. 

TRiO’s mission is to provide academic and personal development services to motivate individuals toward successful post-secondary education completion. Dedicated to enhancing college retention and graduation rates, TRiO focuses on supporting low-income and first-generation students in pursuing higher education through specially designed programs. FAFSA Night is one of the many services TRiO offers to ensure equitable opportunities for all students.   

 Event Details: 

• Dates: Tuesday, December 17, 2024
• Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM CST
• Location: TRiO Office located in Student Union West, First Floor at Gulf Coast State College

For more information, please contact Kris Hatcher at khatcher1@gulfcoast.edu, (850) 873-3526.  

TRiO at Gulf Coast State College refers to a set of federally-funded programs designed to provide support and outreach services for students facing economic, social, academic, and cultural barriers to higher education. These programs are specifically aimed at individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds, including those who are low-income and first-generation Americans. The ultimate goal is to increase college retention and graduation rates among the participants by addressing the unique challenges they may encounter on their educational journey.