Students participating in FIU's Upward Bound Program, a part of TRIO.
Florida International University will commemorate National TRIO Day on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at the Modesto A. Maidique Campus, celebrating the ongoing impact of federally funded TRIO programs and their role in expanding educational opportunities and student success.
Observed annually on February 28, National TRIO Day was established by congressional resolution to recognize federal outreach and academic support initiatives that strengthen pathways to higher education. The observance highlights a long-standing national commitment to advancing academic achievement, persistence, and degree attainment.
At FIU, TRIO programs are part of Student Access and Success and support nearly 1,200 students each year. Through individualized academic coaching, mentoring, academic enrichment, financial literacy workshops, and graduate school preparation, these programs help learners maximize their potential and navigate every stage of the collegiate journey.
Students participating in FIU's Student Support Services, a part of TRIO.
FIU’s TRIO portfolio includes Educational Talent Search, Upward Bound, Upward Bound Math-Science, Student Support Services, and the Ronald E. McNair Postbaccalaureate Achievement Program. Each initiative is designed to focus on different preparation services for participants. These services include but are not limited to college entry, successful degree completion, and continued scholarly advancement to graduate education.
Students from TRIO FIU participated in the Washington, D.C. Fly-In, visiting the office of Senator Marco Rubio.
Since TRIO’s establishment at FIU in 1992, the programs have contributed to the graduation of more than 3000 students, demonstrating the long-term impact of sustained federal investment in higher education.
This year’s FIU celebration will take place at the Modesto A. Maidique Campus, bringing together students, alumni, and staff from across FIU’s TRIO programs for a morning of engagement and academic enrichment. The event will feature a welcome address, a student panel on the TRIO experience, interactive workshops, and a campus-wide photo scavenger hunt designed to foster connection and Panther pride. The day will conclude with closing remarks.
National TRIO Day invites the FIU community to celebrate the lasting impact of TRIO programs, honoring decades of achievement and reaffirming the university’s commitment to empowering students and advancing academic excellence.
For more information, please visit the Student Access and Success website at sas.fiu.edu.