Student Support Services
SSS TRiO is a federally funded program created to support students who are first generation, low income, and/or have a documented disability in transitioning to college life and academics. In addition to supporting the individual as a student, the program works to provide a familial environment where the individual can make a connection to other individuals enrolled at the University of Kentucky.
Services Provided to You:
- Personal Counseling
- Academic Counseling
- Career Counseling & Preparation
- Graduate School Preparation
- Academic Skills Preparedness
SSS Personal Counseling
SSS Personal Counseling is a place where you can discuss transitions to college life. You may make an appointment with any of the advisors by calling 257-9797.
Here are links to resources both on campus and external resources. Click on the item that you want and complete the exercise. If you have further questions or would like to talk about results of any of the exercises please call 257-9797 or email valerie.rister@uky.edu or Cassandra Johnson.
On Campus Resources:
- Counseling & Testing Center
- University Clinic
- Student Mental Health Clinic
- Violence Intervention Program (Women's Place)
SSS Resources:
- Stress Reduction
- Roommate Conflict
- Depression
- Meeting People
Student Support Services Staff
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Lydia WimsDirector6 Alumni Gym, 0029 859-257-9797 |
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Cassandra JohnsonCounselor6 Alumni Gym, 0029 859-257-9797 |
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Christopher McLaughlinMath Specialist (part time)6 Alumni Gym, 0029 859-257-9797 |
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Valerie RisterLearning Specialist6 Alumni Gym, 0029 859-257-9797 |
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Lynda BushAdministrative Support Associate6 Alumni Gym, 0029 859-257-9797 |





