Category: Resources

Interested in attending some fun on and off-campus events hosted by the Student Activities Council? Come and pick up your event listing from any tabling sessions, SAC-ran events or in 216 Rhatigan Student Center, Student Engagement & Belonging office. The event listing displays all of the SAC’s planned events for the semester.

Questions? Email sac@wichita.edu for more information.

Are you an undergraduate looking for a hidden gem of resources on campus? Check out TRIO Student Support Services (SSS). TRIO SSS provides completely free resources, guidance and support to help you blaze the trail to success in college. If you’re a first-generation or limited income student, or a student with disabilities, you may be eligible.

TRIO SSS students get free tutoring, peer mentoring, textbook rentals, exclusive access to the private computer lab (with free printing too), workshops, events, educational trips, academic advising, exclusive scholarships and more

Interested? Learn more and apply today at wichita.edu/sss. Visit TRIO SSS in 307 Shocker Success Center or call 316-978-3715.

Are you feeling overwhelmed prioritizing, studying and juggling multiple roles while trying to meet your academic deadlines? Time management will always be one of the biggest challenges for college life, but students can find resources for improving their time management skills from Student Success at wsu.news/SuccessTip3.

Looking to meet new people and make friends? ProjectConnect is a six-week program that connects students with fellow Shockers to begin building their campus community. Connection is essential to the college experience. There are a variety of small groups to choose from focused on building friendships and connections to resources, involvement opportunities and to people.

Groups start meeting in February. Find the list of groups to join and secure your spot by registering before Jan. 31 on the ProjectConnect website.

All students may now schedule their exams through Register Blast with the Office of Student Accommodations and Testing. For students with testing accommodations through OSAT, your testing appointments are free. If you do not see your course listed, remind your instructor to send OSAT their test information form.

For students who do not have accommodations, OSAT offers “MAKE-UP” exams with a $20 fee. These exams can be taken if your instructor approves of an extension due to an emergency, absence or illness. You may also schedule with OSAT if your instructor approves for you to test early or retake an exam. 

Let OSAT know if you have any questions by emailing testingcenter@wichita.edu or calling 316-978-8378.

The URCA Hub research grants can be used for travel in direct support of the research project (e.g., books, field sites, museums, historic sites), as well as most materials and equipment. All materials and equipment must stay at WSU once the project is complete. Grants may be used as participant incentives with proof of appropriate IRB approval.

Students who meet the following requirements are eligible to apply:

• Must be a sophomore, junior or senior (by credit hour)
• Must have at least two semesters remaining at WSU, including the semester in which they apply for the grant (i.e., a senior graduating spring 2027 would be eligible to apply in fall 2026).
• Must have a faculty research mentor who is willing to submit a statement in support of the project
• Has not received funds from this program in the past
• Must present this project at the Undergraduate Research and Creative Activities Forum, held annually in the spring

Note: Preference is given to students whose projects are not currently receiving funding from another source (e.g., faculty mentor grants).

More information:

• Application deadline: March 9 for grants to begin in the fall
• The grant amount is up to $1,500 per application

Learn more about the Undergraduate Research and Creative Activities Grant Program.

The Library Research Award recognizes students who have effectively utilized University Libraries’ resources for their research or creative projects during the past academic year (summer through spring semesters). There are two $1,000 prizes, one for undergraduate students and one for graduate students awarded annually at the conclusion of the spring semester. You do not need to have a completed project before you apply.

Come to the informational session from 11:30 a.m. to noon Thursday, Feb. 12 either in 225 Ablah Library or virtually to help you plan how you should proceed with assignments and research projects this semester. Learn more about this financial award on the web guide. Registration is required for the virtual link and optional for in-person attendance. Those who register will get a reminder 48 hours before the event.

Explore the library’s secrets in a tour of Ablah Library from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 3. Meet by the Circulation Desk for a tour of:

• 24-Hour Study Room and other study areas
• Tech Hub,
• Other services, collections and spaces throughout Ablah Library

After the tour, in 217 Ablah Library, you will:

• Explore the library website
• Locate online articles and books through SmartSearch, A-Z Databases page and interlibrary loan
• Identify your personal librarian

RSVP is not required, but will provide you with an email reminder the day before the event. This event is part of Welcomefest and Savvy Scholar Workshops.

The Student Wellness Center in the Steve Clark YMCA houses Student Health Services (SHS) and Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS), both designed for students’ well-being in mind. You can schedule an appointment for your medical needs with SHS at studenthealth.wichita.edu or schedule counseling with CAPS at wichita.edu/caps.

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.