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Student Support Services

Student Support Services (SSS) is a federally funded program designed to assist eligible students with their academic endeavors. The program’s goal is to improve the retention and graduation rate of eligible students. Services offered include academic advisement, career and personal counseling, study skills workshops, and transfer assistance. To meet the eligibility requirements, you must:

be enrolled as a MSC student
have an academic need
belong to one of the following groups
- first generation college student
  (neither parent has a 4-year college degree)
- financially disadvantaged (as determined by federal guidelines)
- have a documented disability

In addition, a student must also have an academic need for program services.
Services Provided by the Program May Include:

Instruction in basic study skills
Tutorial services
Academic, financial, or personal counseling
Assistance in securing admission and financial aid for enrollment in four-year institutions
Information about career options

For more information, contact the Student Support Services office at extension 203 or come by the SSS office located in room 116 in the Engineering Technology Building.

Student Support Services Staff

Name	Position	Phone Number
Linda Taylor	Director	580-371-2371 ext. 202
Charles Hummelke	Counselor	580-371-2371 ext. 198
Ronda Pickens	Counselor	580-371-2371 ext. 233

Murray State College, in compliance with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Executive Order 11246 as amended, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other Federal laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, handicap, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, student financial aid, and educational services.