As a participant in the Snead State Community College TRIO Student Support Services Program, I am committed to my education. To gain the full benefits of the program, I will make a commitment to my academic goals and the assistance provided. I understand and will STRIVE for 100% CLASS ATTENDANCE, 100% CLASS COMPLETION and A MINIMUM GRADE POINT AVERAGE OF 2.7. I authorize the TRIO Student Support Services Program staff permission to inquire and gather information concerning my academic progress such as class attendance, standardized test scores, grade point average, transcripts, tutoring, and tutoring sessions and in addition receive grade reports and financial aid status prior to my participation in the program; and I give my instructors permission to release such information to TRIO Student Support Services staff when requested. I also grant permission to the ADA Office to release information to TRIO Student Support Services if I fall under the disability status. I understand that this information is used to help determine my eligibility for the program. Should I not meet the requirements of maintaining a 2.0 or above grade point average and fulfill my academic goals, it may result in serious consequences regarding my continuation as a participant in the TRIO Student Support Services Program. I am aware that my eligibility and financial aid status will be reported to the U.S. Department of Education in accordance with the grant funding regulations. I also agree to provide documentation upon request to verify the information reported.
I also, hereby authorize the TRIO staff to obtain a photograph for my files and the use of my photographic image in any and all publications, such as the monthly newsletter, newspaper articles, and campus-wide e-mail notices. I authorize Snead State Community College to use my name, photo, or information about me in promotion of the college through radio, television, or other printed materials. I understand that my picture could come from a digital image such as my file or from photos taken on various field trips and social events.
I am aware that personal information provided to the TRIO Student Support Services Program will be kept strictly at the highest level of confidentiality and will be protected under the Federal Education Rights & Privacy Act (FERPA) of 1974. No one will have access to the information unless they work with or for Snead State Community College and TRIO Student Support Services Program.