Ashyya Robinson
Director

Ashyya Robinson is the Director for TRIO Student Support Services. Before joining the University of Louisville, Ashyya worked five years with TRIO SSS at Berea College, serving first-generation and low-income students in urban communities and distressed Appalachian counties. In addition, Ashyya has a background in case management before her career in TRIO. Ashyya is a two-time graduate of Western Kentucky University, earning both her Bachelor’s (2014) and Master’s (2016) degrees in Social Work. Ashyya is eager to lead and serve the TRIO SSS program at the University of Louisville to sustain its dynamic legacy of supporting students in their academic and personal achievements. In addition, Ashyya is passionate about working with students from marginalized backgrounds and looks forward to her continuation in TRIO.

Skyler Ballesteros
Student Development Specialist

Skyler graduated from Indiana State University with a bachelor's in Psychology and Counseling. She is pursuing her master's degree in College Student Personnel at the University of Louisville. Skyler's background is in counseling and therapeutic services, with a passion for helping others. As a first-generation and low-income student, she is eager to serve and support this demographic of students on their collegiate journey. Skyler brings her insightful mind, desire to help others, and welcoming smile to the TRIO Student Support Services program.

Alison Miller
Administrative Assistant

Alison attended the University of Louisville where she studied Political Science, Communications, and Social Change. Throughout her career, she has worked in various administrative roles from Healthcare IT to Special Events with the Speed Art Museum. However, her true passion is in her volunteer work with her community and young people -most notably with the Kentucky YMCA Youth Association. In 2017, she received a Governor’s Service Award for her service to the Commonwealth in this capacity. Whether she is guiding young people on service trips taking her as far away as South Africa or serving on the executive board of her neighborhood association organizing cleanups and community festivals, her heart is truly in service to others. As a first-generation college student herself, Alison brings her experience and commitment to empowering others to TRIO Student Support Services.

Alarah Gillum
Program Coordinator

Alarah is the Program Coordinator for TRIO Student Support Services. Alarah graduated from UofL in 2023 with her Master's degree in Social Work and in 2021 with two Bachelor's degrees in Latin American & Latino Studies and Liberal Studies—International Peace. Alarah's background is working with immigrants, refugees, and other marginalized communities in Louisville, and she loves getting to speak Spanish to connect with international populations. She finds joy in supporting individuals as they work to achieve their goals. Alarah is passionate about engaging with students and planning innovative ideas to enhance the TRIO Student Support Services Program.