Category: Resources

Sometimes your finals are at different times than your actual class, so make sure to check with your instructor and read your course syllabus in Blackboard to know when and where to be. You can also find the full schedule at wichita.edu/finals.

To avoid the last-minute crunch, now is the time to set a schedule for each of your finals, including when you will study or do work. But don’t overdo it. Schedule time for breaks as well, either to go for a walk, watch TV, play video games or just rest.

The Office of Student Accommodations and Testing (OSAT) offers a valuable resource called Kurzweil 3000 (sharepoint.com) for all students WSU students.

Kurzweil 3000 is an assistive technology and learning literacy tool recommended for students who have difficulties reading (ESL, dyslexia, etc.). It is designed to help students learn course materials in school. With functions such as text-to-speech, highlighting and integrated notetaking and brainstorming, the assistive technology enables students with learning difficulties to fully engage in what they are learning and to focus on the tasks at hand.

The Beyond the Lab: Research and Reasoning workshop series continues starting at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 19 in 201 Ahlberg Hall. Join for a primer on how to use the EndNote citation software.

Tired of losing track of sources? This hands-on workshop will show students how to use EndNote to import, organize and cite references across projects. Whether you’re writing your first paper or formatting a thesis, EndNote can help you stay organized and reduce last-minute stress.

Presented by the University Libraries.

Student Health Services has flu vaccines available for WSU students, faculty and staff. Cost is $25 plus administration fee but may be free with your health insurance benefits (all plans are different). Financial assistance for self-pay students may be available for the administration fee. Walk-in to the Student Wellness Center 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday through Friday for your flu vaccine before cold and flu season.

Student Health Services is also hosting two upcoming pop-up flu shot clinics: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 20 and Monday, Nov. 24 on the first floor of the Rhatigan Student Center

Drop in and join Shocker Quest, the interactive live board game where you make the moves, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 19 in 261 Rhatigan Student Center, Olive Room. Spin the wheel, choose your path and tackle real college decisions — like picking a major, joining a club or landing an internship.

Along the way, you’ll:

• Connect to community
• Explore campus resources
• Fill your bucket with DIY activities
• Set goals for academics, career and wellness

Come and go anytime — every turn gets you closer to graduation and your dream career. Prizes, snacks, fun activities and DIY take-home kits included.

Student Health Services has flu vaccines available for WSU students, faculty and staff. Cost is $25 plus administration fee but may be free with your health insurance benefits (all plans are different). Financial assistance for self-pay students may be available for the administration fee. Walk-in to the Student Wellness Center 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday through Friday for your flu vaccine before cold and flu season.

Student Health Services is also hosting two upcoming pop-up flu shot clinics: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday, Nov. 17 and Thursday, Nov. 20 on the first floor of the Rhatigan Student Center

A perk of your Shocker ID is access to all fine arts events on campus at no additional charge, thanks to the Student Government Association. All this week, you can watch your peers in the School of Performing Arts perform “Company” at the Hughes Metropolitan Complex. You can find specific times and other upcoming events at wichita.edu/cfacalendar.

Check out the new issue of the myShockerhealth newsletter. The Student Health and Wellness newsletter provides monthly relevant health information and tips for WSU students and staff. Opportunities to engage in healthy activities, events and volunteer service are also highlighted.

In this issue:

• United Way Resources for daily living insecurities
• Daylight Savings Time – How to recover!
• What is your sleep profile?
• Make your sleep environment comfortable!
• Healthy Meal staples
• How to write a check
• Employee Corner: Under-desk bikes: Benefits and Cons
• Healthquest points reminder
• Flu vaccines

Finals can be a stressful week for students, but it doesn’t have to be. Using proper preparation to avoid stress by getting plenty of rest adjusting your work schedule can help you manage your workload. And don’t forget you can reach out to your success coach for more help.

You can start getting a look at Shocker basketball starting this week, with Prairie View A&M at 6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 8 in Charles Koch Arena. Remember that all students with a Shocker ID get admission to all home athletics events at no additional charge, thanks to the Student Government Association. Stay up to date on Shocker Athletics at goshockers.com.