Category: Resources

Wichita State has a number of programs that help students travel the country or the world while simultaneously working toward their degree. Students should explore academic travel opportunities such as Study Abroad early so they can prepare financially and academically.

In this come-and-go workshop, you will go over several different situations and hurdles that you will have to go through to complete the Game of Life from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 1 in 142 Rhatigan Student Center, Harvest Room.

Join Path to Purpose, an interactive session designed to help undecided students explore potential majors and next steps, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, March 25 in 142 Rhatigan Student Center, Harvest Room.

Participants can explore three engaging stations focused on community, professional and academic areas, gaining insight into how their interests, values and strengths connect to different academic paths. This program is a great opportunity to ask questions, reflect on your goals and learn about resources that can support your decision-making process.

Whether you are feeling unsure about your major or just want to explore your options, this session will provide helpful guidance and a supportive space to start figuring out what comes next.

Improve your research skills and tackle academic challenges by attending this next Savvy Scholar workshop from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 31 online or in person at Ablah Library.

Learn how to create impactful and visually effective posters to communicate research findings at conferences, competitions and other presentations.

With your Shocker ID, you have access to the Student Dental Discount at WSU General Dentistry, located at 2838 Oliver St., which gives discount pricing to dental procedures from cleanings and fillings to extractions and more. The discount also applies to students’ spouses and children.

As a Shocker, you have access to all of the following resources with the Shocker Career Accelerator to get applied learning experience and build skills:

LinkedIn Learning has thousands of courses that teach you skills in topics such as business, technology and creativity, which makes you more competitive in your field of study and career. And SCA has a guide to interviewing with companies that walks you through the process before, during and after so you can ace your first job interview.

For small work experiences, Forage connects you to top companies in the nation to develop skills using industry tools, ending with a certificate you can add to your LinkedIn profile. Micro-Internships are short-term paid assignments with companies year-round, which are a great way to ease into your career.

Looking to practice before your first big job interview? 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.

WSU Student Health Services is your home for all your healthcare needs. Evaluation and treatment for illness and injuries, physical exams, mental health medication management, nutrition consultations, onsite laboratory, pharmacy and radiology services are available.

Make your appointment with one of the licensed healthcare providers today in your myShockerhealth portal, wichita.edu/shs or by calling 316-978-4792.

Feeling the pressure as deadlines pile up? This is your opportunity to jumpstart your work, tackle your to-do list and ease the stress of the semester. Come to Procrastination Prevention Night from 6 p.m. to midnight Wednesday, March 25 in Ablah Library.

Whether you’re juggling papers, projects or assignments — or stuck in a class because of academic requirements — the late-night study session is here to help. University Libraries is offering drop-in services for librarians, success coaches and tutoring, as well as arts and crafts, games and more. This is your chance to stay on track and finish strong.

Sponsored by the Shocker Learning Center and University Libraries.

As enrollment approaches, students should check in on their degree progress by meeting with their academic advisors. By enrolling in a combination of fall, spring and summer classes, students can remain on track with their degree programs and potentially shorten the time it takes to earn a degree. You can find your academic advisor in your myWSU.

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, April 3 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.