Welcome to the Writing Success Project

The Writing Success Project is a TRIO Student Support Services program linked to sections of English 1A up through English 1C. We support first-generation college students who have financial need and students with disabilities. English classes linked with the TRIO WSP offer a professional tutor/coach who attends class, supports students in their English work, and coaches students in college success strategies.

Students in the TRIO WSP will be connected to academic counseling, and will receive help applying for scholarships, planning their transfer pathway, exploring careers, developing financial literacy, and connecting with an inspiring community of peers.

TRIO WSP Workshops and Events

UC Applications in Fall 2024

Each semester, we offer support for students planning to transfer to the UCs. Join us this fall for workshops to help you prepare your UC application. 

  • Tuesday, September 27, 2:30-3:30 in Rosenberg 217 (Sign up so we know you're coming!)
  • Thursday, September 26, 6:00-7:00 online (register to attend)
  • more will be added for October and November!

Transfer Planning: Getting Started with the Transfer Opportunity Program

The Transfer Center offers events every week to help you explore transfer opportunities.

To plan your pathway to the UCs, you can also make an appointment with Lisa Overstreet, the TOP advisor. She can answer general transfer questions and support students who are interested in UC Davis or have general UC transfer questions.

  • Wednesday, September 25, 10:00-2:00: Meet with Lisa and other university advisors at the City College College Fair.

Financial literacy is an important part of your life as a student as well as beyond college. Our program offers different kinds of support and education when it comes to managing your finances.

Financial Aid and Scholarships workshop, Monday, 9/9, 1:00-2:00

Join us in Rosenberg 217. Sign up to let us know you're coming!

Saving, Budgeting, and Credit 1:1 meetings: If you'd like support for budgeting, saving, or building or repairing your credit, make an appointment with the TRIO WSP coordinator, Ghislaine (gmaze@ccsf.edu).

Join us in Spring 2025 for conversations about important financial topics with Victor Vazquez. He is a financial expert and was first-gen college student, and he knows how to make intimidating money issues approachable. 

 

This year the TRIO WSP, EOPS, and the Career Center will host an event on November 12 to celebrate the achievements of students who are the first in their families to attend college. Our First-Gen Celebration brings together students, faculty, and staff at City College to talk about the experience of forging a path and finding ways to succeed in college.

In fall 2023, we collaborated with the CCSF Collaboratory to host a crafting event to honor the motivation and successes of the first-gen college community. Please check out the flipbook that features the beautiful posters that students created!

Talking with someone who knows how degree pathways function at CCSF, and then coming up with an educational plan, can help you develop and solidify your personal goals. Our TRIO WSP tutor Zac says, "When I was in community college, it wasn’t until I met with counselors/advisors, and started seeking support in other ways, that I became successful in determining the path that best fit my interests."

Our WSP Tutor/Coach Zac Russi led a walkthrough of the CCSF counseling appointment system (with pro tips on how to increase your chances of finding an appointment). See the recording of the walkthrough session!

CCSF has excellent Career Counselors who can help you find the right major, and Employment Specialists who can help you plan your professional path, degree, and resume-building activity for a specific career. Contact Ghislaine (gmaze@ccsf.edu) to get connected to these resources.