Category: Resources

Are you ready to find a career fit for you and your major? Check out these resources from the Shocker Career Accelerator:

PathwayU is your assessment tool to explore different majors and careers, whether you are currently undecided or looking to change. Go to wichita.pathwayu.com, sign up using your WSU email (first initial, middle initial, last name and maybe a number, @shockers.wichita.edu) and click “Start Assessment.”

What Can I Do With This Major? hosts information on more than 100 different majors and fields, including potential careers, advice on how to get the most out of your major, professional organizations related to your major and more.

Want to get more personalized guidance while getting started? You can schedule an appointment with an SCA career coach through Shocker Central, emailing sca@wichita.edu or calling the office at 316-978-3688.

Did you know that Shockers like you get an automatic membership to 12 Greater Wichita YMCAs, including the Steve Clark YMCA here on campus? You can get started by visiting the Steve Clark YMCA with your Shocker ID and activating your account.

Interested in studying abroad? The first step would be to attend one of the upcoming information sessions. The next study abroad information session of the spring semester will be at 2 p.m. Friday, Feb. 13 in 264 Rhatigan Student Center, Spencer Room.

See the website for the complete list of information sessions or for the video option and to register if you plan to attend.

Learn about the undergraduate research and creative activity hub goals, values and who makes up the Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity (UReCA) Hub at informational session from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 11 in the Ablah Library Collaboration Hub. Participants will also discuss how to reach out to faculty, what research programs are at WSU and key information to know when getting involved in research.

Are you feeling overwhelmed by your classes and need support? You can go to wsu.news/SuccessTip4 to set up an appointment with your success coach who can help you with tackling procrastination/motivation, developing study skills, keeping yourself accountable and more.

The Shocker Share-A-Meal program sends alerts when leftover, free food is available on campus after catered events. When there are extra portions, anyone who is signed up will receive a notification so they can take advantage of the leftovers.

This initiative helps reduce food waste while keeping the community informed about available leftovers. Signing up is quick, secure and open to all currently enrolled students.

Sign up at wichita.edu/shareameal.

Students who are caregivers, here is an opportunity to get to know your peers and find resources. PACC (Parents and Caregivers Community) is a space just for you. A place where student caregivers can connect, share and support each other through the highs, lows and in-betweens of balancing school and family life.

Everything is online, so it’s perfect for busy students and online learners. Once you join, you will be added to a Blackboard course with over 80 other students.

Get ready to level up your Shocker experience with “Plugged In @ WSU” — this podcast connects you to tools, tips, and insider support that will help you thrive at Wichita State. Each episode brings real conversations with campus experts, providing an inside track on resources that make navigating college easier, smarter and more fun.

Whether you’re brand new to campus or gearing up for graduation, “Plugged In @ WSU” is here to help you stay on track, stay connected and make the most of every opportunity.

Start listening and get plugged in today at wichita.edu/pluggedin.

Your instructors might be using SEAS (Student Early Alert System) to share feedback about how you’re doing in class on things like attendance, participation or missing assignments.

If you get an alert, don’t panic — it’s just a heads-up to help you get support early. You’ll also get info on campus resources that can help.

Questions? Be sure to respond to your instructor. Need help and don’t know where to turn? Raise your hand here and Student Success will help.

One of the most defining aspects of Shocker Nation is our athletics programs, made up of your peers, and with your Shocker ID, you get admission to all home athletics events at no additional charge, thanks to the Student Government Association.

And today, Feb. 4, you can attend Shocker men’s basketball’s home game against Charlotte at 6:30 p.m. in Charles Koch Arena. Claim your student ticket online now by going to goshockers.com/StudentTickets.