National TRIO Day
On February 24, 1986, a congressional resolution (H. Con. Res. 278) declared that Saturday, February 28, 1986, should be designated as "National TRIO Day" to commemorate the annual achievements of the Federal TRIO programs in communities across the country.
Every year since then, our TRIO community has reserved the fourth Saturday in February as National TRIO Day. An opportunity to focus the nation's attention to all the accomplishments that our TRIO Scholars and Supporters. To learn more about National TRIO Day please visit Council for Opportunity in Education (COE).
TRIO Day at WSU 2026
TRIO Resource Fair
Wednesday, February 25 | Noon-1 p.m. p.m. | CUB 1st Floor
Learn about TRIO programs, campus partners, and student support resources available at WSU.
TRIO Works: How McNair transforms access to graduate education and beyond
Thursday, February 26 | 10:00-11:30 a.m. | CUB Junior Ballroom
Enjoy brunch and conversation from McNair alumni as they share their graduate school journeys, research experiences, and advice for current scholars.
TRIO Day Celebration
Friday, February 27 | 10:00-2:00 p.m. | First-Gen Student Center (Lighty 260X)
Join us for snacks, activities, giveaways, and community as we celebrate TRIO students and allies.
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