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Lili Tautolo

Lilivao (Lili) Tautolo
Project Director, Student Support Services

What sets Cal State Fullerton Apart?
If you can imagine the possibilities, we can help make your dreams and goals a reality. At Cal State Fullerton, we are committed to making a university education a reality for many students who may not have thought it possible. The Student Support Services Program offers 150 first-generation, low-income students a wide network of support services that help ensure academic and personal success in college. Designed to increase the retention and graduation rates for underrepresented students who are admitted and enrolled at Cal State Fullerton, the program also strives to enhance participants’ potential for graduate and professional schools.
Student Support Services is funded by the U.S. Department of Education and is administered by Student Academic Services. The program is part of the Federally-funded TRIO Programs, which are educational opportunity programs that help disadvantaged students overcome environmental, cultural and academic barriers to higher education.
What can the Student Support Services Program do for you?

Students are encouraged to fulfill their academic and career potential by participating in an exceptional support environment. Each participant is teamed with an academic counselor for one-on-one mentoring and advisement. The emphasis is on providing students with personal attention and access to support services that include:

Bullet Academic advisement – We provide assistance with course selection and offer advice about graduation requirements.

Bullet Tutoring – If you need extra help with your course work, your academic counselor will provide referrals for individual and group tutoring including review sessions in select courses and development of study groups.

Bullet Co-curricular events – Enjoy the rewards of participating in activities outside the classroom to enrich your college experience. Activities are planned each semester and may include trips to cultural events, entertainment and theme parks major league sports events, theatre productions and student leadership conferences.

Bullet Peer mentoring for first-time freshmen – Get first-hand tips for navigating college life from students just like yourself.

Bullet Workshops and study skills courses – Take advantage of workshop instruction to improve basic skills in reading, writing, math and other subjects, as well as study skills and time management.

Bullet Counseling – Professional counselors are available for both personal needs and academic counseling.

Bullet Career and graduate/professional school advisement – Whether your goals is planning a career or a pursuing a graduate degree, we can assist with the preparation and application process. Students can also take advantage of conferences, workshops and tours of graduate and professional schools.

Bullet Introduction to campus resources – Make the most of what the university has to offer. We’ll help you learn how to access computing resources, library services and health center programs. Student Support Services also services as a referral unit to direct students to services provided by the Financial Aid Office, Career Planning an Placement center, Dean of Students Office, and other administrative and support services departments.

What do students say about the program?

Tania Savoy, an ethnic studies major, commented, “The Student Support Services Program has given me an opportunity to have a constant network to help continue my success at Cal State Fullerton. I always feel comfortable coming to them for help when I need it.”

Psychology major Andria Gong described her experiences in the following way. “The Student Support Services Program has been the stepping stone for my academic acceleration at Cal State Fullerton. I have received one-on-one support from some of the best staff and advice for any matter. Mostly, I am impressed with the enthusiasm put forth to help me excel. This includes providing top information about the latest scholarships and tutoring for classes that I may need to help in. Student Support Services wants me to be a success, and they really do a great job getting me there.”

Who is eligible for the program?
Applicants must meet the following requirements to be eligible for the Student Support Services Program:

Bullet Be a first generation college student
Bullet Are low-income and meet federal financial guidelines or
Bullet Qualify for special services with the Disabled Student Services
Bullet Be able to demonstrate academic need based on an individual assessment

How do I apply?

Visit our office in University all 179 to pick up an application or call (714) 278-5210. We look forward to meeting you and introducing you to the Cal State Fullerton community.

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