STAFF INFORMATION
Marnie Parris-Bingle has been with TRiO SSS since 2008 and continues to
dedicate herself to the academic and personal success of her students. Her
relationship with GVSU began during her time as a graduate student in the
College Student Affairs Leadership (CSAL) program, culminating in her Masters
of Education. While at GVSU, Marnie has taught in both the Allied Health
Sciences and Career Exploration programs. By combining nearly eight years of
experience in human resources and over 13 years of experience in higher
education, Marnie strives to help students define their own personal success.
MARNIE PARRIS-BINGLE
PROGRAM ADVISOR
ARIEL ARNOLD
PROGRAM ADVISOR
Ariel Arnold serves as a Program Advisor for TRiO Student Support Services.
Ariel graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts & Science degree in
Sociology and Criminal Justice with a minor in Africana Studies and a Master of
Arts degree in Education Leadership from Western Michigan University. During
her time at Western Michigan University, Ariel provided project support for the
W.K. Kellogg Foundation Racial Healing Planning Grant for academic success
and school readiness, advised and mentored students in the Martin Luther
King Jr. Academy, and competed as a Division 1 student-athlete for the
women’s track and field team. Ariel also presented at the Michigan College
Personnel Association conference and served as a Next Generation Student
Affairs Committee member. Ariel plans to continue to serve as mentor for
students on GVSU’s campus through NIARA.
Care McLean currently serves as the Program Coordinator for TRiO Student
Support Services. Care graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Human
Development and Family Studies from Michigan State University and a Master
of Education degree in College Student Affairs Leadership from Grand Valley
State University. During her time at Michigan State University, Care was a
McNair Scholar and Liberty Hyde Bailey Scholar. As a Masters student at
Grand Valley State University, Care was a graduate assistant in Housing and
Residence Life, a mentor for the NIARA program, as well as an advisor for the
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