Students walk through a busy indoor campus commons area at Wichita State University. Several people are shown moving across the foreground with motion blur, while others sit and study at tables in the background. Overlay text reads "Plugged In @ WSU" and "A Conversation with Dr. Chris Leonard, Counseling and Psychological Services." The Wichita State University logo appears in the lower-right corner. The image promotes a podcast episode featuring WSU Success Coaches and highlights student activity and engagement on campus.

College can be challenging, and taking care of your mental health matters. In this episode of “Plugged in at WSU,” learn how Counseling and Psychological Services supports students through counseling, crisis services, group programs and wellness resources. You’ll also hear how students can access support both on campus and online.

Listen to “Plugged in at WSU” and learn about services that can help you manage stress, build resilience and support your overall well-being.

Consider sharing the next “Plugged In @ WSU” podcast episode to increase student awareness of the many academic support services available through the library:

Did you know the library offers much more than books? In episode two of the “Plugged In @ WSU podcast,” learn about research support, study spaces, group rooms, technology resources, workshops and other services available through Ablah Library. Discover tools that can help you succeed in your classes and make the most of your academic experience.

Listen to the “Plugged In @ WSU” Library Resources for Students episode at wichita.edu/pluggedin.

Discover how Wichita State’s student-centered spaces work together to foster belonging, engagement and achievement starting at 11:30 a.m. Oct. 23 in the Rhatigan Student Center. Enjoy lunch at the RSC (line opens at 11:15 a.m.), explore the impact of the Shocker Success Center and finish with dessert at Ablah Library. Sponsored by WSU Retention Faculty Fellows.

Additional event details, including the specific meeting location within the RSC, will be sent to registered participants prior to the event. Space is limited to the first 30 who register.

Students walk through a busy indoor campus commons area at Wichita State University. Several people are shown moving across the foreground with motion blur, while others sit and study at tables in the background. Overlay text reads "Plugged In @ WSU" and "A Conversation with Dr. Fiona Holly, Student Success Librarian and Assistant Professor, Ablah Library." The Wichita State University logo appears in the lower-right corner. The image promotes a podcast episode featuring WSU Success Coaches and highlights student activity and engagement on campus.

Need a quiet place to study, help with research or access to helpful technology? This episode of the “Plugged In @ WSU” podcase explores the many resources available through Ablah Library. Learn about study spaces, group rooms, research assistance, workshops, online resources and more. You might be surprised by how much support is available beyond books.

Tune in to episode two of “Plugged in at WSU” to discover how the library can become one of your most valuable academic resources at Wichita State.

Consider sharing this podcast series with students who may benefit from academic support and encouragement, especially those who are unfamiliar with Success Coaching or hesitant to reach out for help:

Not sure what a success coach does or what to expect from a coaching appointment? The “Plugged In @ WSU” Success Coach Series introduces Wichita State’s success coaches and gives students an inside look at how coaching works. Learn what a coaching appointment is really like, how coaches help with time management, study strategies, goal setting and accountability, and why students from all backgrounds can benefit from meeting with a coach.

If you’ve ever been curious about Success Coaching but weren’t sure where to start, this series is for you.

Listen to the “Plugged In @ WSU” Success Coach Series at wichita.edu/pluggedin.

Students walk through a busy indoor campus commons area at Wichita State University. Several people are shown moving across the foreground with motion blur, while others sit and study at tables in the background. Overlay text reads "Plugged In @ WSU" and "A Conversation with Success Coaches, Office of Student Success." The Wichita State University logo appears in the lower-right corner. The image promotes a podcast episode featuring WSU Success Coaches and highlights student activity and engagement on campus.

Want tips for managing classes, staying organized and reaching your goals? The first series of the “Plugged In @ WSU” podcast introduces Wichita State’s success coaches from each academic college. Through multiple short conversations, you’ll hear practical advice on time management, study strategies, motivation, accountability, and connecting with campus resources.

Whether you’re a first-year student, transfer student, online learner or preparing to graduate, these episodes show how Success Coaching can help you stay on track and make the most of your Shocker experience.

New episodes of the “Plugged In” podcast are now available, offering you an inside look at campus programs and services designed to support your success. “Plugged In” features conversations with offices across campus, helping you understand what resources are available to you and how to take advantage of that support.

Recent episodes highlight TRIO programs, sharing how their services provide academic, personal and financial support for eligible students, as well as an episode focused on online and adult learning, which explore resources, flexibility and strategies tailored to nontraditional and online learners. Featured guests explain what their offices do, how you can connect with them and common questions they help answer.

Whether you are new to campus, returning after time away or learning online, “Plugged In” helps demystify campus services and encourages you to get connected early. Episodes are short, conversational and easy to listen to anytime.

New episodes of the “Teaching Matters” podcast are now available, featuring conversations with units across campus working to support teaching and learning. These episodes are designed to help faculty better understand the services available to them — and how partnering with campus experts can enhance student success.

Recently posted episodes include discussions with colleagues focused on online and adult learning, accessibility and inclusive practices, and first‑year advising. In these episodes, campus partners share what they do and practical ways their services can support course design, instruction and advising.

Whether you’re seeking support for teaching in new modalities, building more accessible learning environments or guiding first‑year students, “Teaching Matters” connects you to the people and resources that can help. Episodes are brief, conversational and faculty‑centered — perfect for listening between meetings.

Join the Retention Faculty Fellows for a Teaching Matters lunch and learn conversation about WSU’s incoming freshman from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, April 10 in 106/107 Wichita State Connect. Local high school teachers will share what they have observed about the students who will be the incoming fall 2026 freshmen. This will help WSU prepare to meet these students where they are.

Lunch will be provided. Space is limited to the first 40 registrants.

Discover fresh ideas, spark innovation and energize your teaching with “Teaching Matters” — a podcast created for WSU faculty who are passionate about student success. Each episode connects you with practical tools, evidence-based strategies and campus partners ready to support your work in the classroom and beyond.

Hear insights from colleagues across campus, learn about programs you can implement right away and explore approaches that improve learning, engagement and retention.

If you’re looking for inspiration, collaboration or simply new ways to support your students, this podcast is your next stop. Listen and explore at wichita.edu/teachingmatters.