This series is designed to help you take adulting to the next level. Learn important life skills such as:


Adulting 101 series includes:


Nonprofit & gov't job fair - oct. 25 - oct. 26

Attend this job fair at the U of M! You'll be able to talk with potential employers and practice your elevator pitch about yourself! We plan to stay the night in the cities, and attend a grad school info session at the U of M as well.  Free to SSS students - all costs covered by TRIO SSS!

Registration closed. 


Crockpot Karaoke - Dec. 4th

Crockpot Karaoke! Wednesday, Dec. 4th / Somers Main Lounge / 4:30 - 8:00pm - stop by any time!


Calling all cooks! We need your help in making a crockpot dish for our Crockpot & Karaoke night. We'll have food (made by you) and karaoke for a night of fun!


Best part? You get to keep the crockpot!


Interested in cooking? Submit your recipe idea here by 11/22. Limit to 10 students. 


Not a cook? Don't want to sing? No worries! You are welcome to come eat and have a good time!

know your worth - feb. tbd

Come learn how to negotiate your salary and discuss your skills and strengths that set you apart. We welcome our own Professor Dawn Johnson to talk about all the things you want to do when accepting a job. 

People of color job fair - april TBD

The premier networking and hiring experience for people of color in the Twin Cities! Free headshots!

Nibbles & networking - april tbd

Join us for this networking event! Learn how to hold an appetizer, meet new people and highlight your skills and strengths. 

Reading your paystub - video

Learn about your paystub through this short video!