Wichita State University
TRIO Talent Search
TRIO Talent Search at Wichita State University is a federally funded program designed to prepare and motivate middle school and high school students for postsecondary education. It has been serving students in Wichita since 1977.
All services are free and include: tutoring, a computer lab with internet access, an after-school tutoring program, college and career information, assistance with completing financial aid and scholarship forms, campus visits to two-year and four-year colleges, and workshops such as: Getting Ready for the ACT, and Understanding Financial Aid/Financial Literacy. Please complete our Program Application Form if you are interested in joining the program.
FREE Program Services to Students:
*In-person tutoring in various subjects.
*Scholarship Newsletters: September Scholarship Newsletter 2026 and October Scholarship Newsletter 2026
*Campus visits for 2026-2027.
*Counseling and college prep advising for target schools and walk-ins via Zoom. Download the app and schedule an appointment with a Talent Search advisor:
Emily Roets-Estevez serves North and Marshall
(Walk-ins: Northeast and Northwest)
Manivone Souriya temporarily serves Brooks, Mayberry, and Gordon Parks (until the new hire begins)
(Walk-ins: After School Tutoring Program and Summer Enrichment Program participants)
Thip Phichith serves Curtis and Southeast
(Walk-ins: Heights and Non-USD 259 schools, like Derby)
Aunisti Swan serves West and Hamilton
(Walk-ins: East)
