IMPACT (Trio)

Student Support Services

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IMPACT is a federally funded Student Support Services TRiO program designed to help Cowley College students graduate and transfer onto a four-year university. The program offers various free services to help students meet their educational goals. These services include transfer visits, tutoring, career exploration, cultural enrichment activities, and a laptop/calculator checkout program.

IMPACT helps up to 160 students reach their full potential each year by achieving their educational goals.

See if you meet the Eligibility criteria provided below to become an IMPACT success student.

If you think you might qualify, fill out the online application form, and someone from our office will reach out to you. If you need or prefer a paper application, you can pick one up at the IMPACT Office or print the paper application, then fill it out and bring it into the IMPACT Office.

To sign up for activities, stop by the IMPACT office or call 620-441-5212. You can also click the link below to book an appointment with one of our staff members.

Book an Appointment

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IMPACT Program Application

Eligibility & Services

TRIO—IMPACT is a federal grant program.

Participants must qualify to be considered for the program.

Eligible students must meet one of the following qualifications:

  • Meet income guidelines
  • Have a documented disability
  • Be a first generation college student (neither parent has earned a Bachelor’s degree)

Additional Criteria:

  • Students must also plan to graduate from Cowley and transfer on to a four-year institution.
  • Have an academic need.
  • Enroll in a minimum of 12 credit hours per semester.

TRIO Student Support Services is a total support system. We strive to help students strengthen their academic skills, explore career choices, make wise financial decisions, transfer smoothly to a four-year university, and discover more about themselves.

All of these services are free of charge.

Equipment Checkout

Students can check out scientific and graphing calculators and laptops for the semester.

Tutoring

We have a full-time English and Math instructor. We also offer tutoring in every subject.

Academic Coaching

IMPACT staff are here to offer advice, answer questions, and help you to stay on course. We can help monitor your academic progress in preparation for graduation and transfer.

Financial Planning

IMPACT staff will assist students with scholarship searches, FAFSA and provide financial literacy. IMPACT also has supplemental grant aid for qualified students.

Transfer Assistance

The IMPACT program arranges several transfer visits each semester, allowing students to make informed decisions about transferring to a four-year university.

Self-Exploration

IMPACT offers workshops on student success topics, career guest speakers, and other events.

Cultural Enrichment

Many exciting cultural experiences are offered each semester. The events are free to IMPACT students and include transportation and tickets when required. In addition, tickets are made available to many of the on-campus events for free.

Career Exploration

The IMPACT staff can assist you in making informed career choices and expanding your options when selecting a career pathway.

Schedule of Visits

Events

05
November

FIRST GEN PAPER BAG LUMINARIES

All Day
Nelson Student Center
06
November

FIRST GEN PAPER BAG LUMINARIES

All Day
Nelson Student Center
07
November

FIRST GEN PAPER BAG LUMINARIES

All Day
Nelson Student Center
07
November
13
November

IMPACT THUNDER HOCKEY GAME + ICE SKATING

8:45 am - 1:00 pm
Wichita, KS

Impact (TRIO) Staff

IMPACT (TRIO) STAFF
IMPACT (TRIO) Program Specialist & Advisor
IMPACT (TRIO) ENGLISH SPECIALIST
IMPACT (TRIO) DIRECTOR
Academic Department Specialist
IMPACT (TRIO) Math Specialist

Recent News

impact group photo
September 06, 2024
The ACES Organization at Cowley College, formerly directed by James Fry, is now operating under the direction of the IMPACT program.
impact award recipients
April 26, 2024
The Cowley IMPACT program's annual awards banquet was a celebration of dedication and achievement, highlighted by an inspiring keynote speech from Quinton Jones of Q Speaks Life.
Roxanna James at a table
April 19, 2024
Cowley College would like to congratulate Director of Student Support Services, Trio-IMPACT’s Roxanna James who was recently inducted into the MO-KAN-NE Hall of Fame.