Project Strive/TRiO names Tawny Staab February Student of the Month

 Staab joined the Project Strive family in fall of 2012 from her hometown of Sidney, Neb. Her love of math led her to major in business with an accounting option.

At CSC, she has pursued her high school passion of cheerleading.

Lisa Curtis, Strive/TRiO retention specialist, said, “Tawny’s great attitude and flair make her a perfect fit for the team.”

In her spare time, Staab enjoys shopping, getting manicures, and trying out new hairstyles.

“From day one, she has been a great addition to Project Strive and continues to promote the program to new people,” Curtis said.

The Project Strive/TRiO Student of the Month award recognizes outstanding students who are members of the organization. Each month, a participating student is selected for the award based upon her or his work in Project Strive/TRiO and other activities on campus or in the community.

Award winners receive plaques from Project Strive and have their photos placed in the Project Strive/TRiO 2013-14 Student of the Month Achievement Recognition board located in the Strive Learning Center.

The Federal TRiO Programs are federal outreach and student services programs designed to identify and provide services for individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds.

TRiO includes eight targeted to serve and assist low-income individuals, first-generation college students, and individuals with disabilities to progress through the academic pipeline from middle school to post baccalaureate programs.