Student Support Services

Student Support Services-STEM (SSS STEM)

Student Support Services-STEM (SSS STEM) a federally funded TRIO program designed to improve retention, graduation, financial literacy, and overall academic success rates for students majoring in STEM - Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, and Health related fields. SSS STEM helps meet these goals by providing academic and engagement activities for qualified students throughout their enrollment at CACC.

Services Provided by SSS STEM

  • Academic advising
  • Tutoring
  • Mentoring
  • Personal counseling
  • Academic workshops
  • Cultural events
  • Professional development
  • Financial literacy
  • Leadership training
  • Transfer information
  • Grant aid
  • Study lab and resources

Who qualifies for SSS STEM services?

  • To be eligible for the SSS STEM program, you must be pursuing (with an intent to complete) a degree or certificate at CACC, or transfer to a 4-year institution in a STEM major and meet at least one of the following criteria:
  • A low-income individual - Qualify for financial aid or meet financial need guidelines
  • A first-generation college student - Neither parent received a four-year degree
  • An individual with disabilities - Have a documented disability on file with the CACC ADA office.
  • You are eligible to participate in a Student Support Services project if you meet all of the following requirements:
  • A citizen or national of the United States or meets the residency requirements for Federal student financial assistance.
  • Enrolled at Central Alabama Community College or accepted for enrollment in the next academic term.
  • Have a need for academic support.

How to Apply?

SSS STEM Staff

Rachael Harmon Director, SSS STEM and Upward Bound sss_stem@cacc.edu 256-378-2039

LaDasia Rancher Skills Specialist ldrancher@cacc.edu 256-215-2037

Susan Lepley Program Assistant slepley@cacc.edu 256-378-2039