National Park College (NPC) TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) has named April Holman
the 2024 TRIO SSS Student of the Year, an accolade that honors a student who not only
excels academically but also fully embodies the spirit of the TRIO program.
Holman, who began her college journey two decades after completing high school, has
demonstrated remarkable academic success, maintaining a 3.95 GPA. Since joining TRIO
in 2022, she has been an active participant in the program’s workshops, cultural activities,
and events, earning the affection and respect of both the TRIO staff and her fellow
students.
Before settling on her current path, Holman explored various interests, from acting
to accounting and counseling. Ultimately, she chose to pursue an Associate of Applied
Science in Networking and Cybersecurity, a field that resonates with her lifelong
observation of technological advancements, from the era of floppy disks to the dawn
of artificial intelligence.
Reflecting on her decision, Holman shared, “In a world where technology continually
reshapes the job market, what better decision than to be the person that repairs the
machine that could have possibly replaced me?”
Student Support Services Program Coordinator, Robyn Hendrix said, “April has been
an excellent representative of our TRIO program here at National Park College by attending
all activities and events.”
Holman graduated on in May, marking the culmination of her dedication and hard work.
She said, “I am ecstatic to be recognized for all the work I put into maintaining
my GPA. TRIO is a great program.; iIt provides many things. I would not have made
it through without their help.”
Each year, the TRIO staff selects a student who embodies the TRIO spirit as TRIO SSS
Student of the Year. This student is recognized nationally as a TRIO Achiever and
is included in a booklet that is hand-delivered to members of the United States Congress
in Washington D.C.
