The TRiO program at Central Maine Community College in Auburn awarded scholarships at a recent reception. This federally-funded program provides a variety of services for academically under-prepared students who meet specific eligibility requirements. The TRiO grant provides funds to help minimize the loan burden for students who participate in the program. Applicants must maintain a good GPA and participate in several TRiO services to be considered for the awards. Some of this year’s recipients include, from left, back row: Deserae Kelley, Said Afrah and Abdullahi Issa. Middle row: Nurta Hade, Maksud Ahmed, Carmen Edwards, Suzanne Cohen, Jamad Warsame and Fahmo Ahmed. Front row: Sean Crossen and Gail Bennett. Absent were Susan Akerley, Erika Derosier, Judith Fischer, Caela Franklin, Kimberly Gerry, Irene Hutchinson, Matthew MacDonald, Robyn Spugnardi, Alexander Trinidad and Zachary Tripp

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